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Upper Fish Creek Falls
4.9 ★★★★★ 148 Google reviews · Running trail in Steamboat Springs, Colorado · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Upper 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 Upper Fish Creek Falls
“It was tough for them but really enjoyed the waterfall at the top and the beautiful views.”
Very scenic hike. First part downhill from the parking lot is too easy, across the bridge, then moderately difficult up to a wooded area that is nice and easy, then up to a second bridge.
I can't believe it I made it to the top....but I did it. Beautiful place for hiking aloneor with family and or friends. Make sure you wear proper footwear and that you pack lightly, plenty of water and at least some snacks. The scenery is beautiful all over. Good place for kids, they will enjoy the walk.
It is about 2.5 miles from the parking lot to get here - so 5 miles round trip. The directions on the AllTrails app was helpful. Once you pass the first bridge from the parking lot it is all uphill and rather rocky.
Totally worth the extra couple miles past the initial bridge. Lots of people stopped at the second bridge and these second falls were only a half mile or so past that point. Absolutely beautiful, and you can get in the water at the base of the fall!
Trail conditions & character
“It was tough for them but really enjoyed the waterfall at the top and the beautiful views.”
“First part downhill from the parking lot is too easy, across the bridge, then moderately difficult up to a wooded area that is nice and easy, then up to a second bridge.”
“Back down is easier until you get past the bottom bridge and have to climb back up to the parking lot.”
“Once you pass the first bridge from the parking lot it is all uphill and rather rocky.”
“There is an overlook spot which is probably a level trail.”
Plan your run at Upper Fish Creek Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
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