The best waterfall hikes and walks in Colorado
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Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks in Colorado. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails in Colorado with waterfalls.
Last updated: October 9, 2025
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1. Nymph Lake & Glacier Gorge Trail Loop – Rocky Mountain National Park
11.2km
03:33
370m
370m
Alpine lake loop through lily pad-covered waters, cascading falls, and peak reflections in the Rockies.
Intermediate
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2. Sky Pond & The Loch Trail – Rocky Mountain National Park
14.0km
04:20
520m
520m
Rocky scramble through waterfalls leads to an alpine cirque lake surrounded by granite cliffs.
Intermediate
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3. Chasm Lake – Rocky Mountain National Park
12.9km
05:12
720m
720m
Alpine lake nestled beneath Longs Peak's towering Diamond wall after scenic gorge scrambling.
Expert
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4. Perimeter Trail loop — Ouray
8.12km
02:26
250m
250m
Scenic loop trail featuring four waterfalls, historic tunnel, and quirky rock art above Ouray.
Intermediate
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5. Mills Lake via Glacier Gorge loop — Rocky Mountain National Park
7.54km
02:17
250m
250m
Gorge hike past thundering Alberta Falls to pristine Mills Lake beneath towering 13,000-foot peaks.
Intermediate
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