Waterfall Hikes Near Wellington, CO

11,163 residents
Denver Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wellington? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wellington. 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 40.7000°N, -105.0054°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wellington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 20 gauged

18 waterfalls near Wellington have live flow data today

Alberta Falls Barely Flowing Columbine Falls Barely Flowing Copeland Falls Barely Flowing Glacier Falls Barely Flowing Lyric Falls Barely Flowing Ouzel Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Falls Barely Flowing Trio Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Thunder Falls Barely Flowing Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Low Fern Falls Moderate Grace Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Marguerite Falls Moderate Thousand Falls Moderate Poudre Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wellington

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Poudre Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 53 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Thousand Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 34th percentile
  4. 4 Fern Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Grace Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wellington (4 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wellington (4 waterfalls)

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

36.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Wellington

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

36.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Poudre Falls waterfall

Poudre Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

36.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

37.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

33.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

33.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

38.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

47.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

1.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

41.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

22.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

49.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

38.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

44.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

44.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

39.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

45 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wellington

Are there free waterfalls near Wellington?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Wellington, including Lost Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wellington?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Wellington, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wellington?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wellington, including Lost Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wellington?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wellington, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wellington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wellington is Alberta Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wellington?

The tallest waterfall near Wellington is Ouzel Falls at 40 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wellington require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Wellington require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wellington?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Wellington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wellington?

The closest waterfall to Wellington is Lost Falls, approximately 33.3 miles away.

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