Waterfall Hikes Near Midland, CO

255 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Midland? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Midland. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.8468°N, -105.1579°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Midland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Midland have live flow data today

Elk Falls Barely Flowing Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Seven Falls Barely Flowing Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 75°F

Aft 78°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Midland

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Helen Hunt Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 Seven Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Elk Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Midland (2 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.

Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

48.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Midland (6 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

28.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

48.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Midland

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles Unknown
Silver Cascade Falls waterfall

Silver Cascade Falls

48.9 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.7 miles 200 ft
Helen Hunt Falls waterfall

Helen Hunt Falls

Colorado
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

28.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seven Falls waterfall

Seven Falls

48.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
0.8 miles 224 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

45.2 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Falls waterfall

Elk Falls

49.9 miles away
Colorado
Hard
12.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Midland

Are there free waterfalls near Midland?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Midland, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Midland?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Midland, including Helen Hunt Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Midland?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Midland, including Elk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Midland?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Midland, including Elk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Midland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Midland is Elk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Midland?

The tallest waterfall near Midland is Seven Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Midland?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Midland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Midland?

The closest waterfall to Midland is Rainbow Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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