Waterfall Hikes Near Indian Hills, CO

1,445 residents
Denver Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Indian Hills? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Indian Hills. 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 39.6294°N, -105.2509°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Indian Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Indian Hills have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Moderate Elk Falls Barely Flowing Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Low Snake River Falls Low

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 79°F

Tod 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Indian Hills

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 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 37 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Snake River Falls Low · 20 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Timberline Falls Low · 1 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Missouri Falls Barely Flowing · 40 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Thunder Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Indian Hills (3 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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

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

Copeland Falls

21.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Indian Hills (6 waterfalls)

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

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

49.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

13 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

22.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Indian Hills

Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

49.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft
Missouri Falls waterfall

Missouri Falls

13 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

26.3 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

22.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

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

Copeland Falls

21.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

27.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

27.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

28.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

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

Columbine Falls

23.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

27.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

26.2 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

26.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

29.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

22.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

23.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Indian Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Indian Hills?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Indian Hills, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Indian Hills?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Indian Hills, including Alberta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Indian Hills?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Indian Hills, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Indian Hills?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Indian Hills, including Alberta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Indian Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Indian Hills is Alberta Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Indian Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Indian Hills is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Indian Hills require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Indian Hills require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Indian Hills?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Indian Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Indian Hills?

The closest waterfall to Indian Hills is Elk Falls, approximately 12.9 miles away.

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