The Top 15 Waterfalls in the San Juan Mountains
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 15
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the San Juan Mountains. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the San Juan Mountains. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: December 6, 2025
Canyon Creek Bridge and Falls
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Box Canyon Falls is where Canyon Creek cascades 85 feet into a narrow quartzite canyon surrounded by 100-foot walls. This developed park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a visitor …
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Lower Cascade Falls
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Lower Cascade Falls is one of seven waterfalls in Cascade Creek and is easily accessible from the parking area. Hikers can get close enough to feel the spray of water. …
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View of Bridal Veil Falls and the power plant
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The stunning falls rush high above the mountain town of Telluride. At the top of the box canyon you can see a solitary building: the power plant that produces hydroelectricity. …
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Clear Creek Waterfall
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Powerful waterfall, the trail leads right past it. Currently, the area is severely affected by avalanche damage.
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Bridal Veil Falls Viewpoint and Trailhead
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The trail and road up to Bridal Veil Falls might still be covered with snow into late June or even July, if it is a high snow year. From the …
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Treasure Falls
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Treasure Falls plummets down toward the trail from a high rocky outcropping over 100 feet high. The trail to the falls is short and easy, and there are many little overlooks with insightful signposts describing your trek through geological time.
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Jud Wiebe Memorial Trail
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A waterfall that is worth a visit. In winter it freezes, and it looks like a huge cream cake.
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Highland Mary Lake Trailhead
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The Highland Mary trails are some of the most popular in the Silverton area. You need a capable four-wheel drive vehicle to make it up the road to the parking …
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Canyon Creek Bridge and Falls
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Box Canyon Falls is where Canyon Creek cascades 85 feet into a narrow quartzite canyon surrounded by 100-foot walls. This developed park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a visitor …
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Cataract Gulch Trail
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A tough but rewarding climb that follows a rushing creek deep into the San Juans. The trail treats you to constant river views, with cascades and waterfalls breaking up the …
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