Boulder Falls
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers
West
Photography, Outdoors
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Dirt/off-road walking
Notes: The trail to the falls is not paved and can be quite slippery, though there are handrails. This trail is not easily accessible by wheelchair.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Boulder Falls
Lovely Waterfall up Canyon Blvd
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SR 119 (Canyon Blvd) (11 miles west of Boulder) Boulder, CO 80302 |
+1 303 441 3440 |
Description
Just 11 miles west of Boulder, up Canyon Blvd, this lovely waterfall is a popular stop for folks headed to the high country. Fed by mountain snow melt from North Boulder Creek, the falls plunge 70 feet into Middle Boulder Creek. There's no swimming permitted in the creek, but the shady canyon where the waterfall courses is a welcome oasis of cool when summer temperatures start soaring. The spot is well marked on SR 119 with a large parking area across the road. A short path will take you to a prime viewing spot just below the falls.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrsNotes: It's best to visit the falls during daylight hours.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Notes: There are no trails to explore beyond the short path that takes you to the falls, so you really won't need more than 15 minutes or so to fully appreciate the area. Combine the stop with a trip up the canyon.
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: The canyon is very shady, which means it will either be a welcome cool spot in summer, or frigid in winter.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
RTD Bus N
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bus
Notes: Head west up Boulder Canyon Drive (SR 119) about 11 miles, and you'll see the parking area on the left. The falls are across the road. RTD Bus N (Boulder-Nederland) also passes right past this point, so you may ask the driver if s/he'll make a stop for you.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Somewhat Safe
Notes: Be careful when crossing Canyon from the parking lot to the falls. Most cars drive through this area with caution, but you never know when an impatient driver will blow through.
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