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Zapata Falls

Name: Zapata Falls
Rating: 2

Recommended by 11 hikers

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Location: Alamosa County, Colorado, United States

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1. South Zapata Lake Trail & Zapata Waterfall — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

14.8km

05:18

900m

Alpine lake hike through wilderness where ice-cold waterfall caves lead to pristine mountain solitude.

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2. Zapata Creek & benches – Zapata Falls loop from Hooper

1.60km

00:32

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Zapata Creek & benches – Zapata Falls loop from Hooper

2.40km

00:44

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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jpaone

July 3, 2023

Chacos, Keens, or similar are best for hiking up to the falls.

From trailhead to stream is uphill and dusty with scattered benches under trees. Navigating through the stream is short, but water is cold and watch for deep sections.

Birger

July 5, 2022

Water fall is tucked in the rocks. Bring sandals in the summer, the water is ice cold.

Patrick

October 22, 2025

The two tiers of the waterfall aren't visible from the outside, but can only be heard. It's essential to walk along the edge or in the riverbed for a while. Depending on the water level, this may be possible without any slippery feet. The stones aren't particularly slippery.
This river path should be avoided in winter.

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Elevation 2,870 m

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Location: Alamosa County, Colorado, United States

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Zapata Falls

1. South Zapata Lake Trail & Zapata Waterfall — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

2. Zapata Creek & benches – Zapata Falls loop from Hooper

3. Zapata Creek & benches – Zapata Falls loop from Hooper

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