Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City, CO

165 residents
Denver Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Garden City? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Garden City. 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 40.3948°N, -104.6893°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Garden City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 25 gauged

23 waterfalls near Garden City have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Moderate Calypso Cascades Barely Flowing Chasm Falls Moderate Fern Falls Low Grace Falls Low Granite Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Marguerite Falls Low Thousand Falls Low Timberline Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 95°F Sunny
Sat 92°F Partly Sunny
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 92°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Garden City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Boulder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 Chasm Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Thousand Falls Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Marguerite Falls Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Low · 13 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Garden City (5 waterfalls)

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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

24.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

25.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Garden City (5 waterfalls)

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

Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

25.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Garden City

Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

26.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

19 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

26.3 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

26.1 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

32.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Garden City

Are there free waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Garden City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Garden City?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Garden City, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Garden City?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Garden City, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Garden City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Garden City is Alberta Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Garden City?

The tallest waterfall near Garden City is Boulder Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Garden City require permits?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Garden City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Garden City?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Garden City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Garden City?

The closest waterfall to Garden City is Bridal Veil Falls, approximately 38.5 miles away.

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