Waterfall Hikes Near Dutch John, UT

37 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dutch John? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dutch John. 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 40.9301°N, -109.4042°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dutch John

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near Dutch John are flowing strongly today

Ashley Falls Moderate Lower Disaster Falls Roaring Upper Disaster Falls Roaring Triplet Falls Roaring Merkley Drop Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 76°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 74°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Dutch John

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Disaster Falls Roaring · 103 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Disaster Falls Roaring · 103 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Triplet Falls Roaring · 103 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Ashley Falls Moderate · 1910 cfs 44th percentile
  5. 5 Merkley Drop Moderate · 185 cfs 29th percentile

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All 5 Waterfalls Near Dutch John

Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Disaster Falls waterfall

Upper Disaster Falls

48.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Disaster Falls waterfall

Lower Disaster Falls

48.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triplet Falls waterfall

Triplet Falls

45.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Merkley Drop

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dutch John

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dutch John?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dutch John is Ashley Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Dutch John require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Dutch John require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dutch John?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Dutch John have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dutch John?

The closest waterfall to Dutch John is Ashley Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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