Waterfall Hikes Near Woodland Park, CO

7,911 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Woodland Park looks at Pikes Peak from the back side, and its falls gather down Ute Pass in the canyons around Colorado Springs. Rainbow Falls pours under the highway bridge near the bottom of the pass, half a mile there and back. Helen Hunt Falls waits at the North Cheyenne Cañon parking area and Silver Cascade Falls is a 0.7 mile walk beyond it. Saint Marys Falls stretches 6.3 miles. Six falls make the page, and dogs can come on every one.

Located at 38.9985°N, -105.0594°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Woodland Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Woodland Park have live flow data today

Elk Falls Barely Flowing Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 86°F

Wed 82°F Haze
Thu 86°F Sunny Best
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Woodland Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 3rd percentile
  2. 2 Elk Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Woodland Park (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.

Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Woodland Park (6 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Woodland Park

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

1.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

34.4 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Woodland Park

Are there free waterfalls near Woodland Park?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Woodland Park, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Woodland Park?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Woodland Park, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Woodland Park?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Woodland Park, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodland Park?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodland Park, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Woodland Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Woodland Park is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Woodland Park?

The tallest waterfall near Woodland Park is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Woodland Park?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Woodland Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Woodland Park?

The closest waterfall to Woodland Park is Rainbow Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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