One of my favorite things about Colorado is that there is no shortage of outdoor adventures or incredible nature to behold. Are you craving a little outdoor time? Maybe some waterfall action? If you are too busy to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, don’t worry; just visit one of these “urban” waterfalls that are within city limits (or pretty dang close), and stop googling “waterfalls near me”.
Please note, Casa Bonita is temporarily closed.
1. Helen Hunt Falls(Colorado Springs)
Wikimedia Commons Located within North Cheyenne Cañon Park, Helen Hunt Falls is mere minutes away from the heart of downtown Colorado Springs. Helen Hunt Falls, Colorado 80906, USA
2. Boulder Falls(Nederland)
Yelp The word “stunning” doesn’t even begin to describe these incredible, gushing waters. Please note: Both Boulder Falls Trail and the surrounding area are currently closed due to flood damage. Continue to check the City of Boulder’s website for updates. Boulder Falls, Colorado 80466, USA
3. Horsetooth Falls(Fort Collins)
TripAdvisor No matter the time of year, these Horsetooth Mountain Open Space falls look nothing short of gorgeous. Horsetooth Falls Trail, Horsetooth Fls Trl, Colorado 80526, USA
4. Castlewood Canyon State Park(Franktown)
Yelp Located just south of Parker, the small waterfall at Castlewood Canyon State Park packs a big punch with its lovely and tranquil surroundings. Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 CO-83, Franktown, CO 80116, USA
4. Castlewood Canyon State Park(Colorado Springs)
Wikimedia Commons It doesn’t get anymore magnificent than this privately owned, 181-foot tall series of waterfalls. Want to know something cool? Seven Falls made National Geographic’s list of the best international waterfalls to visit. Seven Falls, 2350 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, USA
6. Forsythe Canyon(Boulder)
Flickr/Armand Forsythe Canyon, Colorado 80466, USA
6. Forsythe Canyon(Boulder)
Angela Buttner/Google Local A popular family destination is Boulder’s Forsythe Canyon Trail, which features not only an easy-to-access, moderate hike, but a lovely end goal (AKA the waterfall). Forsythe Canyon, Colorado 80466, USA
7. Elk Creek Falls (Pine)
Yelp OK, so Staunton State Park might be a little bit of a drive from Centennial, BUT we wouldn’t be listing if it wasn’t a must-visit.
8. Soldier Canyon Falls (Fort Collins)
Lory State Park- Colorado Parks & Wildlife Facebook It isn’t hard to see why these delicate falls (and the hike) are a Northern Colorado favorite.
9. Casa Bonita(Lakewood)
Yelp Last but certainly not least is the one and only Casa Bonita waterfall! (Hey, the food might be atrocious, but at least you get to watch half-naked people dive off the cliff… Right?)
Which “urban” waterfall is your favorite?
Wikimedia Commons
Located within North Cheyenne Cañon Park, Helen Hunt Falls is mere minutes away from the heart of downtown Colorado Springs.
Helen Hunt Falls, Colorado 80906, USA
Yelp
The word “stunning” doesn’t even begin to describe these incredible, gushing waters. Please note: Both Boulder Falls Trail and the surrounding area are currently closed due to flood damage. Continue to check the City of Boulder’s website for updates.
Boulder Falls, Colorado 80466, USA
TripAdvisor
No matter the time of year, these Horsetooth Mountain Open Space falls look nothing short of gorgeous.
Horsetooth Falls Trail, Horsetooth Fls Trl, Colorado 80526, USA
Located just south of Parker, the small waterfall at Castlewood Canyon State Park packs a big punch with its lovely and tranquil surroundings.
Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 CO-83, Franktown, CO 80116, USA
It doesn’t get anymore magnificent than this privately owned, 181-foot tall series of waterfalls. Want to know something cool? Seven Falls made National Geographic’s list of the best international waterfalls to visit.
Seven Falls, 2350 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, USA
Flickr/Armand
Forsythe Canyon, Colorado 80466, USA
Angela Buttner/Google Local
A popular family destination is Boulder’s Forsythe Canyon Trail, which features not only an easy-to-access, moderate hike, but a lovely end goal (AKA the waterfall).
OK, so Staunton State Park might be a little bit of a drive from Centennial, BUT we wouldn’t be listing if it wasn’t a must-visit.
Lory State Park- Colorado Parks & Wildlife Facebook
It isn’t hard to see why these delicate falls (and the hike) are a Northern Colorado favorite.
Last but certainly not least is the one and only Casa Bonita waterfall! (Hey, the food might be atrocious, but at least you get to watch half-naked people dive off the cliff… Right?)
Still looking for “waterfalls near me” in Colorado? This road trip leads to some of the finest falls — and caves — across the state!
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Waterfalls Near Me April 21, 2022 SKS What are the best waterfall hikes in Colorado? Colorado is home to some of the best hiking in the entire country. Colorado has 58 mountains over 14,000 feet tall, (also known as “fourteeners” to major hikers), more than any other state in the United States. It also has four national parks, which combined make up some of the most interesting and beautiful hikes around. Among these hikes are waterfall hikes, and there are so many waterfall hikes in Colorado, it can be difficult to choose which ones to prioritize. If you are looking for the best waterfall hikes in Colorado, we are here to help! Bridal Veil Falls Most people will agree that Bridal Veil Falls Trail outside Telluride, Colorado, takes you to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the state, and perhaps in the country. The Bridal Veil Falls Trail is only 2 miles, but there is a lot of elevation in those two miles. However, once you arrive, you’ll be standing at the base of Colorado’s tallest waterfall, staring at up water dropping from over 350 feet above. Bridal Veil Falls seemingly springs out of the cliffside, and is truly a remarkable sight unlike any you’ve seen before, and should be at the top of your waterfall hiking list! Seven Falls to Inspiration Point Seven Falls to Inspiration Point is a 3 mile hike found in North Cheyenne Cañon Park outside Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is a wonderful way to get an up close look at this massive waterfall. What is special about this waterfall hike is that you can take a staircase halfway up the falls to get an even better view of the tumbling water. This 181 foot waterfall has 7 different drops that carry the water down the cliffside, and these stairs will bring up to the base of the 3rddrop, giving you a view of the waterfall unlike any you’ve experienced before.
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Waterfalls Near Me
April 21, 2022
SKS
What are the best waterfall hikes in Colorado? Colorado is home to some of the best hiking in the entire country. Colorado has 58 mountains over 14,000 feet tall, (also known as “fourteeners” to major hikers), more than any other state in the United States. It also has four national parks, which combined make up some of the most interesting and beautiful hikes around. Among these hikes are waterfall hikes, and there are so many waterfall hikes in Colorado, it can be difficult to choose which ones to prioritize. If you are looking for the best waterfall hikes in Colorado, we are here to help! Bridal Veil Falls Most people will agree that Bridal Veil Falls Trail outside Telluride, Colorado, takes you to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the state, and perhaps in the country. The Bridal Veil Falls Trail is only 2 miles, but there is a lot of elevation in those two miles. However, once you arrive, you’ll be standing at the base of Colorado’s tallest waterfall, staring at up water dropping from over 350 feet above. Bridal Veil Falls seemingly springs out of the cliffside, and is truly a remarkable sight unlike any you’ve seen before, and should be at the top of your waterfall hiking list! Seven Falls to Inspiration Point Seven Falls to Inspiration Point is a 3 mile hike found in North Cheyenne Cañon Park outside Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is a wonderful way to get an up close look at this massive waterfall. What is special about this waterfall hike is that you can take a staircase halfway up the falls to get an even better view of the tumbling water. This 181 foot waterfall has 7 different drops that carry the water down the cliffside, and these stairs will bring up to the base of the 3rddrop, giving you a view of the waterfall unlike any you’ve experienced before.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Colorado is home to some of the best hiking in the entire country. Colorado has 58 mountains over 14,000 feet tall, (also known as “fourteeners” to major hikers), more than any other state in the United States. It also has four national parks, which combined make up some of the most interesting and beautiful hikes around. Among these hikes are waterfall hikes, and there are so many waterfall hikes in Colorado, it can be difficult to choose which ones to prioritize. If you are looking for the best waterfall hikes in Colorado, we are here to help!
Bridal Veil Falls
Most people will agree that Bridal Veil Falls Trail outside Telluride, Colorado, takes you to one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the state, and perhaps in the country. The Bridal Veil Falls Trail is only 2 miles, but there is a lot of elevation in those two miles. However, once you arrive, you’ll be standing at the base of Colorado’s tallest waterfall, staring at up water dropping from over 350 feet above. Bridal Veil Falls seemingly springs out of the cliffside, and is truly a remarkable sight unlike any you’ve seen before, and should be at the top of your waterfall hiking list!
Seven Falls to Inspiration Point
Seven Falls to Inspiration Point is a 3 mile hike found in North Cheyenne Cañon Park outside Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is a wonderful way to get an up close look at this massive waterfall. What is special about this waterfall hike is that you can take a staircase halfway up the falls to get an even better view of the tumbling water. This 181 foot waterfall has 7 different drops that carry the water down the cliffside, and these stairs will bring up to the base of the 3rddrop, giving you a view of the waterfall unlike any you’ve experienced before.
