Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton, CO

19,443 residents
Denver Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clifton? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clifton. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.0764°N, -108.4605°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clifton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Clifton have live flow data today

East Fork Falls Low East Middle Fork Falls Low West Fork Falls Low Funnel Falls Moderate

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tod 86°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Partly Sunny
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Clifton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Funnel Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 East Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 23rd percentile
  3. 3 East Middle Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 23rd percentile
  4. 4 West Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 23rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clifton (3 waterfalls)

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

West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

47.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Clifton

Funnel Falls waterfall CC

Funnel Falls

25 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

47.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clifton

Are there free waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Clifton, including East Fork Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clifton?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including East Fork Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton, including East Fork Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clifton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Clifton is East Fork Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Clifton?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Clifton has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Clifton?

The closest waterfall to Clifton is Funnel Falls, approximately 33.1 miles away.

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