Waterfall Hikes Near Upper Bear Creek, CO

921 residents
Denver Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Upper Bear Creek? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Upper Bear Creek. 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 39.6319°N, -105.4154°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Upper Bear Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 30 gauged

28 waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek 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 Horseshoe Falls Moderate Marguerite Falls Moderate Thousand Falls Moderate Missouri Falls Barely Flowing Timberline Falls Moderate Snake River Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely · 80°F

Tod 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 80°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely Best
Tue 77°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Upper Bear Creek

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Boulder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Thousand Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Marguerite Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Granite Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 30th percentile
  6. 6 Grace Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Upper Bear Creek (7 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.

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

26.3 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

21.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Upper Bear Creek (9 waterfalls)

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

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
Snake River Falls waterfall

Snake River Falls

22.3 miles away
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Upper Bear Creek

War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

19 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 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
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
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

24.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Thousand Falls waterfall

Thousand Falls

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

Granite Falls

32.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

25.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chasm Falls waterfall

Chasm Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Upper Bear Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Upper Bear Creek?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Upper Bear Creek, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Upper Bear Creek?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Upper Bear Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Upper Bear Creek is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Upper Bear Creek is Elk Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Upper Bear Creek?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Upper Bear Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Upper Bear Creek?

The closest waterfall to Upper Bear Creek is Elk Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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