Waterfall Hikes Near Cochiti Lake, NM

466 residents
Denver Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cochiti Lake? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cochiti Lake. 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 35.6478°N, -106.3425°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cochiti Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 8 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Cochiti Lake is flowing strongly today

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate Jemez Falls Moderate Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate Nambe Falls Moderate Petrero Waterfall Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 86°F Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Sunny
Lab 88°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cochiti Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Petrero Waterfall Strong · 4 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate · 286 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate · 286 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Jemez Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 Nambe Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cochiti Lake (1 waterfall)

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.

Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

31.9 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Cochiti Lake

Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

44.1 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

44.2 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

31.9 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls

47.5 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

19.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Petrero Waterfall waterfall

Petrero Waterfall

40.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Rio Quemado Falls

35.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

33.9 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cochiti Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Cochiti Lake?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cochiti Lake, including Pecos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cochiti Lake?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Cochiti Lake, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cochiti Lake?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cochiti Lake, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cochiti Lake?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cochiti Lake, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cochiti Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cochiti Lake, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cochiti Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cochiti Lake is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cochiti Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Cochiti Lake is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cochiti Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cochiti Lake?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Cochiti Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cochiti Lake?

The closest waterfall to Cochiti Lake is Lower Frijoles Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Cochiti Lake, New Mexico

Indian Springs

20.1 mi 123°F

Indian Springs discharges at 123 degrees Fahrenheit on Jemez Pueblo tribal land in Sandoval County, New Mexico, soaring 67.4 de...

Mccauley Hot Springs

20.5 mi 99°F

McCauley Hot Springs emerges at 99 °F within Santa Fe National Forest at a notable 7,360 feet elevation in the Jemez Mountains....
Jemez Springs

Jemez Springs

20.8 mi 169°F

Jemez Springs reaches 169 degrees Fahrenheit, one of New Mexico's hottest thermal discharges, with USGS measurements confirming...
Soda Dam Hot Springs

Soda Dam Hot Springs

21.6 mi 117°F

Soda Dam Hot Springs consists of fifteen separate thermal vents that have built a massive travertine dam across the Jemez River...
Spence Hot Springs

Spence Hot Springs

22.0 mi 100°F

Spence Hot Springs emerges at 7,332 feet in the Santa Fe National Forest with 100°F water — 52°F above the local average. Total...

Unnamed Spring Sandoval County

22.0 mi 68°F

This unnamed spring near Placitas in Sandoval County produces 68-degree Fahrenheit water — only 11.6 degrees above ambient — pl...

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