Waterfall Hikes Near Welby, CO

16,287 residents
Denver Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Welby? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Welby. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.8403°N, -104.9655°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Welby

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

2 of 16 waterfalls near Welby are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Elk Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Strong Snake River Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Patchy Smoke · 95°F

Tod 95°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 92°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Welby

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Snake River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Strong · 20 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Elk Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 42 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Missouri Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Welby (2 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Welby (7 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Welby

Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

22.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

36.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

43.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Welby

Are there free waterfalls near Welby?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Welby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Welby?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Welby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Welby?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Welby, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Welby?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Welby, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Welby?

The shortest waterfall hike near Welby is Boulder Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Welby?

The tallest waterfall near Welby is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Welby require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Welby require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Welby?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Welby have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Welby?

The closest waterfall to Welby is Missouri Falls, approximately 23.8 miles away.

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