Waterfall Hikes Near Orchard City, CO

3,150 residents
Denver Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orchard City? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orchard City. 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 38.8144°N, -107.9705°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orchard City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Orchard City have live flow data today

Cornet Falls Moderate East Fork Falls Low East Middle Fork Falls Low West Fork Falls Low Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing Judd Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 87°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Orchard City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cornet Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 33rd percentile
  2. 2 East Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 East Middle Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 West Fork Falls Low · 3 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Judd Falls Low · 1 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Hayes Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 46 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Orchard City (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.

Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Orchard City (6 waterfalls)

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

East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

47.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Cornet Falls waterfall

Cornet Falls

7.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
1.0 miles 300 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Orchard City

East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

East Middle Fork Falls

41 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

47.8 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Judd Falls waterfall

Judd Falls

45 miles away
Colorado
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cornet Falls waterfall

Cornet Falls

7.5 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
1.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orchard City

Are there free waterfalls near Orchard City?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Orchard City, including Cornet Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Orchard City?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Orchard City, including Judd Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orchard City?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orchard City, including Cornet Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orchard City?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orchard City, including Cornet Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orchard City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Orchard City is Cornet Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Orchard City?

The tallest waterfall near Orchard City is Cornet Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orchard City?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Orchard City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orchard City?

The closest waterfall to Orchard City is East Fork Falls, approximately 38.4 miles away.

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