Waterfall Hikes Near Buena Vista, CO

2,887 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buena Vista? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buena Vista. 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 38.8319°N, -106.1387°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Buena Vista is flowing strongly today

Agnes Vaille Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Bedrock Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Strong Snyder Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 81°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Buena Vista

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snyder Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 26th percentile
  2. 2 Judd Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Agnes Vaille Falls Barely Flowing · 196 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Bedrock Falls Barely Flowing · 121 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Barely Flowing · 196 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buena Vista (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.

Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

45.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agnes Vaille Falls waterfall

Agnes Vaille Falls

48 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bedrock Falls waterfall

Bedrock Falls

44.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

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

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Buena Vista?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Buena Vista, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buena Vista?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Buena Vista, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buena Vista?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista, including Agnes Vaille Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buena Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buena Vista is Agnes Vaille Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buena Vista?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Buena Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buena Vista?

The closest waterfall to Buena Vista is The Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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