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Waterton Canyon Trailhead
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Waterton Canyon Trailhead

  • 4.71.2k reviews
  • Free
  • Open now · till 7 pm

Waterton Canyon Trailhead offers a wide, scenic riverside corridor with dramatic canyon walls, abundant wildlife, and easy-to-moderate trails ideal for hikers and families. Expect well-maintained paths along the South Platte River, great photography and picnic spots, and a peaceful, nature-first atmosphere—bring water, sun protection, and a leash for dogs.

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Waterton Canyon Trailhead in short

When is Waterton Canyon Trailhead open?

Every day, 7 AM–7 PM.

When is the best time to visit Waterton Canyon Trailhead?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is Waterton Canyon Trailhead indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Waterton Canyon Trailhead?

12437-12489 Waterton Canyon,Littleton, CO 80127.

Right now · 2:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Sun's out
  • Open till 7 pm
  • Outdoors

65°

Mostly clear

Feels
61°
Rain
1%
Wind
7mph
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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 7 pm
monday
7 AM–7 PM
tuesday
7 AM–7 PM
wednesday
7 AM–7 PM
thursday
7 AM–7 PM
friday
7 AM–7 PM
saturday
7 AM–7 PM
sundayToday
7 AM–7 PM

Where and how

12437-12489 Waterton Canyon, Littleton, CO 80127(opens the map)DirectionsOpen in MapsCall+13036343745Websitedenverwater.org

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 1.2k reviews

Known for

  • Morning walks
  • Photography
  • Nature walks
  • Walking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Scenic views

The feel

  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Family friendly
  • Pet owners
  • Tourists

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a light layer.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerThe whole time