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. For those seeking more adventure, the Upper Cascade Falls can be reached via a steeper trail leading to the Chief Ouray Mine, but it's recommended only for experienced hikers. Take time to relax by the creek and enjoy the falls.

Vincent Reboul

May 12, 2022

Hiking

You discover this pretty waterfall at the very beginning of the route. A way to start this little ballad well.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Nearby routes

Best routes near Lower Cascade Falls

4.4

(9)

185

hikers

1. Ouray Perimeter Trail

8.12km

02:26

250m

Hike the moderate 5.0-mile Ouray Perimeter Trail loop, gaining 807 feet, to see waterfalls, bridges, and views of Ouray and Hayden Mountain.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

hikers

2. Lower Cascade Falls Trail

655m

00:12

20m

Hike the easy 0.4-mile Lower Cascade Falls Trail in Ouray, Colorado, to experience the stunning 330-foot waterfall.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

5.0

(1)

hikers

3. Canyon Creek Bridge and Falls – Lower Cascade Falls loop from Ouray

17.7km

05:59

760m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

Details

Informations

Elevation 2,510 m

Weather

Today

Monday 16 March

10°C

-6°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Location: Ouray, Ouray County, Colorado, United States

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Bridal Veil Falls View & Trailhead

Box Canyon Falls and Bridge

Oak Creek Crossing

Sister Peak

Clear Creek Waterfall

Bear Creek Trail

Frozen Cornet Creek Falls

Hardrock 100 Route

Ouray

Ouray Via Ferrata

Ouray Perimeter Trail & Via Ferrata access

Blue Lake (Uncompahgre National Forest)

Lower Cascade Falls

1. Ouray Perimeter Trail

2. Lower Cascade Falls Trail

3. Canyon Creek Bridge and Falls – Lower Cascade Falls loop from Ouray

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️