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Fish Creek Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,990 Google reviews · Running trail in Steamboat Springs, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 14 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fish Creek Falls' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Fish Creek Falls
“A great place to go hiking if you're in the area with a variety of different trails and difficulties offering great views of God's creation.”
“He was able to do the easy trail from the upper parking lot and take in the beauty of the falls.”
Great little walk / hike with kids. Extremely busy parking lot & hiking trails. Short paved overlook path was fine with 4 and 6 year old. You could easily take a stroller on this Trail was very busy & lots of dogs. Always a good option, bring a picnic!
Hiked Fish Creek Falls today and it was the highlight of my trip. The trail to the upper falls really got my heart pumping, but reaching the top was worth every step—the views are incredible! The lower falls are easy to reach and perfect for photos, while the upper trail gives you a real adventure.
Beautiful spot! Short distance from Steamboat Springs but easy drive. The upper and lower falls hike is very easy and stunning! I'm glad i went!
Fantabulous experience of trail..trek...not at long one...but lot of wooden path..bridge...and then after the bridge views..photo moments...huge rocks to descend into the waters coming down...fun wading legs..splashing water and a lot of fun for kids. Parking is on lots and roadside...feeling of 5$.
Trail conditions & character
“A great place to go hiking if you're in the area with a variety of different trails and difficulties offering great views of God's creation.”
“Although, it gets busy and parking in the lot may be difficult to find, it's big enough where most trails are overcrowded with folks.”
“This is a beautiful waterfall with an easy paved trail to the overlook.”
“There is a longer hike if you’re prepared that is about 5 miles.”
“You could easily take a stroller on this Trail was very busy & lots of dogs.”
“The short, well-maintained trail to the overlook offers breathtaking views, making it accessible for families and casual hikers.”
Plan your run at Fish Creek Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance14 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitesteamboatchamber.com
- Phone(970) 879-0880
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Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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