Waterfall Hikes Near Ohkay Owingeh, NM

1,173 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ohkay Owingeh? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ohkay Owingeh. 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 36.0440°N, -106.0565°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ohkay Owingeh

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh is flowing strongly today

Jemez Falls Moderate Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate Nambe Falls Moderate Petrero Waterfall Strong

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 90°F

Aft 86°F Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 89°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 88°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 90°F Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ohkay Owingeh

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Petrero Waterfall Strong · 4 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Jemez Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate · 344 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate · 344 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Nambe Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ohkay Owingeh (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ohkay Owingeh (3 waterfalls)

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

Rio Quemado Falls

35.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

33.9 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Ohkay Owingeh

Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

19.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rio Quemado Falls

35.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

44.2 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

44.1 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Petrero Waterfall waterfall

Petrero Waterfall

40.7 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pecos Falls waterfall

Pecos Falls

33.9 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

31.9 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ohkay Owingeh

Are there free waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh, including Pecos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ohkay Owingeh?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Ohkay Owingeh, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ohkay Owingeh?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Ohkay Owingeh, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ohkay Owingeh?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ohkay Owingeh is Jemez Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh?

The tallest waterfall near Ohkay Owingeh is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Ohkay Owingeh requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ohkay Owingeh?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Ohkay Owingeh have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ohkay Owingeh?

The closest waterfall to Ohkay Owingeh is Nambe Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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