Waterfall Hikes Near Winter Park, CO

762 residents
Denver Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Winter Park? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Winter Park. 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 39.8785°N, -105.7828°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Winter Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

29 waterfalls near Winter Park have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Barely Flowing Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Elk Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Barely Flowing Grace Falls Barely Flowing Granite Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Marguerite Falls Barely Flowing Thousand Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Poudre Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Barely Flowing Snake River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny then Patchy Smoke · 73°F

Wed 73°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke Best
Thu 75°F Patchy Smoke
Fri 80°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 74°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 73°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Winter Park

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Boulder Falls Low · 0 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Chasm Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Missouri Falls Barely Flowing · 56 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Calypso Cascades Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Snake River Falls Barely Flowing · 28 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Elk Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Winter Park (7 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.

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Winter Park (10 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
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

33.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Winter Park

Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

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

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

44.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

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

Chasm Falls

In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Poudre Falls

47.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

27 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Winter Park

Are there free waterfalls near Winter Park?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Winter Park, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Winter Park?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Winter Park, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Winter Park?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Winter Park, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Winter Park?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Winter Park, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Winter Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Winter Park is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Winter Park?

The tallest waterfall near Winter Park is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Winter Park require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Winter Park require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Winter Park?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Winter Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Winter Park?

The closest waterfall to Winter Park is Missouri Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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