Waterfall Hikes Near Sunlit Hills, NM

785 residents
Denver Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sunlit Hills? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sunlit Hills. 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 35.5957°N, -105.9210°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sunlit Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

6 waterfalls near Sunlit Hills have live flow data today

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate Jemez Falls Moderate Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate Nambe Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sunlit Hills

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Frijoles Falls Moderate · 286 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Frijoles Falls Moderate · 286 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Chamisa Vega Spring Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Jemez Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Nambe Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sunlit Hills (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.

Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

31.9 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sunlit Hills (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 Sunlit Hills

Nambe Falls waterfall

Nambe Falls

19.6 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Frijoles Falls waterfall

Lower Frijoles Falls

44.1 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
3.0 miles 400 ft
Upper Frijoles Falls waterfall

Upper Frijoles Falls

44.2 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

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
Jemez Falls waterfall

Jemez Falls

31.9 miles away
New Mexico
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Chamisa Vega Spring Falls

47.5 miles away
New Mexico
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sunlit Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Sunlit Hills?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Sunlit Hills, including Pecos Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sunlit Hills?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Sunlit Hills, including Jemez Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sunlit Hills?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sunlit Hills, including Jemez Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sunlit Hills?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sunlit Hills, including Jemez Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sunlit Hills?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sunlit Hills, including Nambe Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sunlit Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sunlit Hills is Chamisa Vega Spring Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sunlit Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Sunlit Hills is Jemez Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Sunlit Hills require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sunlit Hills?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Sunlit Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sunlit Hills?

The closest waterfall to Sunlit Hills is Nambe Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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