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Box Cañon Falls Park

Ouray, Colorado

Box Cañon Falls Park

Default image for High Bridge Trail, a 0.3-mile trail in Ouray, Colorado (US)
  • 0.3 mi
  • Moderate
  • Out-and-Back
5.0
Default image for Box Canyon Falls Trail, a 0.2-mile trail in Ouray, Colorado (US)
  • 0.2 mi
  • Easy
  • Out-and-Back
5.0
Default image for Box Canyon Nature Trail, a 0.1-mile trail in Ouray, Colorado (US)
  • 0.1 mi
  • Easy
  • One-Way
3.0
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Know Before You Go

  • Box Cañon Falls Park offers stunning views of a powerful waterfall cascading through a narrow slot canyon accessible via well-maintained bridges and stairs.
  • The park features multiple hiking trails, including the easy Perimeter Trail and more challenging trails to overlooks like the High Bridge, providing various perspectives and experiences.
  • Visitors can expect to pay an admission fee, find a gift shop and visitor center, and spend 1-3 hours exploring the park's natural beauty.

About Box Cañon Falls Park

Discover the natural wonder of Box Cañon Falls Park in Ouray, Colorado, a must-see destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Experience the power of Box Canyon Falls on an easy, short 0.2-mile trail leading to breathtaking views of a 285-foot waterfall cascading within a dramatic box canyon. Navigate the suspended metal grate walkway for unique perspectives of the falls and the stunning geological formations. Don't miss the 0.1-mile Box Canyon Nature Trail for mountain views and insights into local flora, or combine your visit with the moderately challenging 0.3-mile High Bridge Trail for panoramic vistas of Ouray, Lower Cascade Falls, and Canyon Creek.

Plan your visit to Box Cañon Falls Park accordingly, as it operates seasonally, typically closed from November through March. Extended summer hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day) offer more time to explore all the park has to offer. An entrance fee is required ($7 for adults, $5 for children as of June 2024). Hike the High Bridge Trail, which includes steep stairs and rocky sections (hand-holds are provided), and consider the optional tunnel extension for a unique top-down view of Box Canyon Falls. The park provides ample parking, restrooms, and access to all three distinctive trails, making it a convenient and unforgettable experience.

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