Waterfall Hikes Near Montezuma, CO

118 residents
Denver Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montezuma? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montezuma. 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 39.5814°N, -105.8678°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near Montezuma have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 62°F

Aft 62°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 62°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Sun 62°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 59°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 59°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 60°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 59°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Montezuma

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Thousand Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Timberline Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Fern Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Grace Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 29th percentile
  5. 5 Granite Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 29th percentile
  6. 6 Marguerite Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 29th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montezuma (6 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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montezuma (8 waterfalls)

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

Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

22.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
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

All 29 Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

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

Columbine Falls

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

Alberta Falls

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

Marguerite Falls

32.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

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

The Falls

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

Chasm Falls

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

Thousand Falls

25.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snyder Falls waterfall

Snyder Falls

31.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montezuma

Are there free waterfalls near Montezuma?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Montezuma, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montezuma?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Montezuma, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montezuma?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montezuma, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montezuma?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Montezuma?

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

Do any waterfalls near Montezuma require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Montezuma require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montezuma?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Montezuma have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montezuma?

The closest waterfall to Montezuma is Snake River Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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