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Chasm Falls

Estes Park, Colorado

3.0/5
based on 1 reviews

Details

Distance

2.57 miles

Elevation Gain

132 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Lucas Bremer

Stunning 25 foot waterfall in Rocky Mountain NP.

Parking in Rocky Mountain National Park is tricky for Chasm Falls. Depending on where you are able to park, the hike will be a 0.1 mile, 2.8 mile, or 4.8 mile round-trip hike. It’s also important to know that Old Fall River Road is closed during the winter months from Nov 30th until the end of March. The parking area at the falls trail head is small and often is filled by early morning.

The hike from the pulloff along Endovalley Road is well-marked with signs. The bottom of the trail opens to a viewing platform. The falls flow generally all year, so this is a must stop along the Fall River Roan on your way up to the Alpine Visitor Center.

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Features

Hiking
Family Friendly
Forest
River
Scenic
Waterfall
Wildflowers
Wildlife

Chasm Falls Reviews

Feels like walking in a line to the falls, so despite the beauty of the hike, it's not my favorite

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

Nearby

Hike the Ypsilon Lake Trail

Hike to Lawn Lake, Rocky Mountain NP

Drive through Rocky Mountain NP to Moraine Park

Drive Old Fall River Road

Hike The Mummy Kill (a.k.a. Mummy Mania)

Rocky Mountain NP's Trail Ridge Road