Waterfall Hikes Near Basalt, CO

3,815 residents
Denver Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Basalt? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Basalt. 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 39.3663°N, -107.0413°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Basalt

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 9 gauged

7 waterfalls near Basalt have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Low Rifle Falls Moderate Whitnach Falls Barely Flowing South Fork Falls Moderate Snyder Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Basalt

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rifle Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 747 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 South Fork Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Judd Falls Low · 1 cfs 12th percentile
  5. 5 Whitnach Falls Barely Flowing · 139 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Snyder Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Basalt (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.

Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Basalt (5 waterfalls)

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

Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

38.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Basalt

Whitnach Falls

10.6 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

17.9 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spouting Rock waterfall

Spouting Rock

29.3 miles away
Colorado
Hard
1.2 miles 1,200 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
South Fork Falls waterfall

South Fork Falls

38.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

31.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bessies Falls

49.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rifle Falls waterfall

Rifle Falls

47.1 miles away
Colorado
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Basalt

Are there free waterfalls near Basalt?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Basalt, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Basalt?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Basalt, including Judd Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Basalt?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Basalt, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Basalt?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Basalt, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Basalt?

The shortest waterfall hike near Basalt is Bessies Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Basalt?

The tallest waterfall near Basalt is Bridal Veil Falls at 365 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Basalt require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Basalt requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Basalt?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Basalt have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Basalt?

The closest waterfall to Basalt is Whitnach Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Aspenalt Lodge

Aspenalt Lodge

8.2 179 reviews
Basalt Mountain Inn

Basalt Mountain Inn

8.3 147 reviews
Mountain Retreat

Mountain Retreat

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