Waterfall Hikes Near Palisade, CO

2,571 residents
Denver Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Palisade grows peaches and wine grapes on the valley floor while its waterfalls keep to the high country. West Fork Falls is the long outing, 4.5 miles round trip and 500 feet of gain. East Fork Falls covers two miles, and East Middle Fork matches that distance with a steeper 500-foot climb. Dogs go along on all three trails. Hayes Creek Falls, a roadside pull-off, sits a longer drive east toward the Crystal River valley. Five falls total, strongest in early summer while snowpack still feeds the creeks.

Located at 39.1084°N, -108.3573°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palisade

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Palisade is flowing strongly today

East Fork Falls Moderate East Middle Fork Falls Moderate West Fork Falls Moderate Funnel Falls Roaring Hayes Creek Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 57°F

Tod 55°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 56°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 57°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 57°F Sunny
Sun 60°F Sunny
Mon 61°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 61°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Palisade

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Funnel Falls Roaring · 6250 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Hayes Creek Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 East Fork Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 East Middle Fork Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 West Fork Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palisade (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.

Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palisade (4 waterfalls)

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

West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

33.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.7 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around East Middle Fork Falls in Colorado, about 299 feet of drop LiDAR

East Middle Fork Falls

37.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Palisade

West Fork Falls waterfall

West Fork Falls

33.7 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
East Fork Falls waterfall

East Fork Falls

36.7 miles away
Colorado
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around East Middle Fork Falls in Colorado, about 299 feet of drop LiDAR

East Middle Fork Falls

37.4 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Funnel Falls waterfall CC

Funnel Falls

39.1 miles away
Utah
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Hayes Creek Falls waterfall

Hayes Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
Colorado
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palisade

Are there free waterfalls near Palisade?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Palisade, including East Fork Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Palisade?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Palisade, including Hayes Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palisade?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palisade, including East Fork Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palisade?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palisade, including East Fork Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palisade?

The shortest waterfall hike near Palisade is East Middle Fork Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palisade?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Palisade have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palisade?

The closest waterfall to Palisade is West Fork Falls, approximately 33.7 miles away.

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