Waterfall Hikes Near El Rancho, WY

16 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near El Rancho? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of El Rancho. 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 42.2680°N, -105.0477°W

Map of Waterfalls Near El Rancho

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 5 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near El Rancho is flowing strongly today

Cottonwood Falls Barely Flowing Le Vasseur Falls Barely Flowing Wagon Hound Falls Barely Flowing Little Medicine Falls Roaring

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Tod 91°F Sunny
Sat 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 87°F Partly Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near El Rancho

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Medicine Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Cottonwood Falls Barely Flowing · 427 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Le Vasseur Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Wagon Hound Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around El Rancho (4 waterfalls)

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

Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

22.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Duck Creek Falls waterfall

Duck Creek Falls

22.1 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wagon Hound Falls

48.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Little Medicine Falls

40.7 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near El Rancho

Cottonwood Falls waterfall

Cottonwood Falls

22.6 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Duck Creek Falls waterfall

Duck Creek Falls

22.1 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wagon Hound Falls

48.8 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Le Vasseur Falls

19.2 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Medicine Falls

40.7 miles away
Wyoming
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near El Rancho

Are there free waterfalls near El Rancho?

There are 4 free waterfalls near El Rancho, including Cottonwood Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in El Rancho?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near El Rancho, including Cottonwood Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near El Rancho?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near El Rancho, including Cottonwood Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near El Rancho?

The shortest waterfall hike near El Rancho is Cottonwood Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around El Rancho?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near El Rancho have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to El Rancho?

The closest waterfall to El Rancho is Cottonwood Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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