Waterfall Hikes Near Jamestown, CO

287 residents
Denver Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jamestown? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jamestown. 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 40.1180°N, -105.3914°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jamestown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 31 gauged

29 waterfalls near Jamestown have live flow data today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Moderate Chasm Falls Low Elk Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Low Grace Falls Low Granite Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Marguerite Falls Low Thousand Falls Low Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Poudre Falls Moderate Timberline Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 75°F

Aft 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jamestown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Poudre Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Calypso Cascades Moderate · 37 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Chasm Falls Low · 1 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Thousand Falls Low · 13 cfs 18th percentile
  6. 6 Marguerite Falls Low · 13 cfs 18th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jamestown (7 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

All 31 Waterfalls Near Jamestown

Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

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

Adams Falls

29.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 79 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

29.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Thousand Falls

25.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
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
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

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

Chasm Falls

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

Elk Falls

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

Poudre Falls

35.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

22.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jamestown

Are there free waterfalls near Jamestown?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Jamestown, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jamestown?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Jamestown, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jamestown?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jamestown, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jamestown?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jamestown, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jamestown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jamestown is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Jamestown?

The tallest waterfall near Jamestown is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Jamestown require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Jamestown require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jamestown?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Jamestown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jamestown?

The closest waterfall to Jamestown is Boulder Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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