Waterfall Hikes Near Alpine, CO

219 residents
Denver Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alpine? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alpine. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.6877°N, -106.5860°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alpine

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

4 of 9 waterfalls near Alpine are flowing strongly today

Argenta Falls Roaring North Clear Creek Falls Roaring Saguache Falls Roaring South Clear Creek Falls Roaring Crooke Falls Moderate Treasure Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 75°F

Aft 73°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Alpine

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Argenta Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 North Clear Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Saguache Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 South Clear Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Piedra Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Red Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alpine (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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

16.6 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Saguache Falls

34.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Treasure Falls waterfall

Treasure Falls

33.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
Piedra Falls waterfall

Piedra Falls

40.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alpine (9 waterfalls)

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

South Clear Creek Falls waterfall

South Clear Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Alpine

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

16.6 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Saguache Falls

34.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Treasure Falls waterfall

Treasure Falls

33.5 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft
Red Falls waterfall

Red Falls

19.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Clear Creek Falls waterfall

South Clear Creek Falls

41.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Piedra Falls waterfall

Piedra Falls

40.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Clear Creek Falls waterfall

North Clear Creek Falls

42 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Argenta Falls waterfall

Argenta Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Crooke Falls

16 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Zapata Falls waterfall

Zapata Falls

36.8 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.9 miles 200 ft
Treasure Falls waterfall

Treasure Falls

13.6 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alpine

Are there free waterfalls near Alpine?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Alpine, including Argenta Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alpine?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Alpine, including North Clear Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alpine?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alpine, including Argenta Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alpine?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alpine, including Argenta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alpine?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alpine is Argenta Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alpine?

The tallest waterfall near Alpine is Treasure Falls at 105 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alpine?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Alpine have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alpine?

The closest waterfall to Alpine is Silver Falls, approximately 18.8 miles away.

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