Fish Creek Falls, Steamboat Springs

Fish Creek Falls is a very popular attraction in the area of Steamboat Springs. Being so close to town, the amazing falls bring in huge numbers of visitors each year. Have a picnic on the grounds and enjoy your day!

Fish Creek Falls is a 283-foot waterfall that is easily accessible via a short trail to the site. The steep trail leads you about 100 feet down to the falls. Of course, the journey back is all uphill so be sure to save your energy! Another trail meanders toward Upper Fish Creek Falls - this trail is a little more challenging, but it's worth the added effort.

Getting There

Travel east of Steamboat Springs 3 miles on Fish Creek Road to Fish Creek Falls Parking Area. Here there are two parking lots available. The lower lot provides overnight parking and horse trailers; the upper lot is reserved for day hiking and picnic parking. Both lots charge a $5 fee per vehicle.

Alternate route: On U.S. 40 go southeast of Steamboat Springs 21 miles to the Dumont Lake turn-off. Drive all the way to Forest Road #311 at the stone monument. Parking is available here as well. Another option is to continue to Base Camp where you can park and continue along the foot trails 1101 and 1102, a trip of about 3.3 miles.