Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Duchesne, UT

472 residents
Denver Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Duchesne? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Duchesne. 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 40.2809°N, -109.8774°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Fort Duchesne have live flow data today

Ashley Falls Low Chandler Falls Low Merkley Drop Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 85°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 77°F Sunny Best
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fort Duchesne

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Merkley Drop Low · 182 cfs 24th percentile
  2. 2 Ashley Falls Low · 1830 cfs 15th percentile
  3. 3 Chandler Falls Low · 42 cfs 14th percentile

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All 3 Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

Merkley Drop

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chandler Falls waterfall

Chandler Falls

40.7 miles away
Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ashley Falls waterfall

Ashley Falls

Utah
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Duchesne

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Duchesne?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Duchesne is Ashley Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Duchesne?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Fort Duchesne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Duchesne?

The closest waterfall to Fort Duchesne is Merkley Drop, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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