The Ouzel Falls via Wild Basin Trail at Rocky Mountain National Park near Allenspark, Colorado is a moderate 5.7-mile out-and-back hike that passes Copeland Falls and leads to the ~40-foot tall waterfall known as Ouzel Falls.
Hike
Beautiful wooded trail following St. Vrain creek on it's way past a few smaller waterfalls (Copeland Falls), leading you to Ouzel Falls, a 40 foot waterfall. Hikers will find an off-shoot pathway that leads to Lower Copeland Falls at mile 0.4 and Upper Copeland Falls at mile around 0.55. The trail then connects back to the main Wild Basin Trail to lead up to Ouzel Falls. Super easy up to the Thunder Lake Trail split where there is a nice cascade and a large bridge. The trail gets steeper from here, but is not difficult at all, hence the moderate difficulty.
Parking
Hikers will find a massive parking lot at the coordinates provided, located within the Wild Basin section of the park right at the end of County Highway 115. The lot is large enough to fit a few dozen vehicles.
Timed-Entry Reservations
Between the months of late May through early October you must purchase a timed-entry pass to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. If you wish to visitor and hike anything off of the Bear Lake Road, you must purchase a dedicated Bear Lake timed-entry pass. You can find more information about timed entry on the park's website.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on any trails at Rocky Mountain National Park, including this trail.
Camping & Backpacking
There are backcountry campsites along this trail; however, backpackers are only allowed to camp at designated areas if carrying a valid backcountry permit. Permits are available at park Wilderness Permit and Information Offices. Campfires are only allowed in certain areas where metal fire rings are provided. If planning to camp please respect the park and its visitors by following all rules and regulations.
Hike
Beautiful wooded trail following St. Vrain creek on it's way past a few smaller waterfalls (Copeland Falls), leading you to Ouzel Falls, a 40 foot waterfall. Hikers will find an off-shoot pathway that leads to Lower Copeland Falls at mile 0.4 and Upper Copeland Falls at mile around 0.55. The trail then connects back to the main Wild Basin Trail to lead up to Ouzel Falls. Super easy up to the Thunder Lake Trail split where there is a nice cascade and a large bridge. The trail gets steeper from here, but is not difficult at all, hence the moderate difficulty.
Parking
Hikers will find a massive parking lot at the coordinates provided, located within the Wild Basin section of the park right at the end of County Highway 115. The lot is large enough to fit a few dozen vehicles.
Timed-Entry Reservations
Between the months of late May through early October you must purchase a timed-entry pass to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. If you wish to visitor and hike anything off of the Bear Lake Road, you must purchase a dedicated Bear Lake timed-entry pass. You can find more information about timed entry on the park's website.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on any trails at Rocky Mountain National Park, including this trail.
Camping & Backpacking
There are backcountry campsites along this trail; however, backpackers are only allowed to camp at designated areas if carrying a valid backcountry permit. Permits are available at park Wilderness Permit and Information Offices. Campfires are only allowed in certain areas where metal fire rings are provided. If planning to camp please respect the park and its visitors by following all rules and regulations.
