Discover the Natural Beauty of Fish Creek Falls

Getting There

• Walking

  Start your journey at the Steamboat Springs Visitor Center located at 125 Anglers Drive. From there, head south on Anglers Drive until you reach the traffic light at the intersection with US-40 (Lincoln Avenue). Cross US-40 carefully to reach the sidewalk on the opposite side. Continue walking south on Lincoln Avenue for about 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Fish Creek Falls Road. Turn left onto Fish Creek Falls Road. Follow Fish Creek Falls Road for approximately 1.5 miles. You will see the Fish Creek Falls parking area on your right. The falls are a short hike from the parking area, with a well-marked trail leading you to the stunning views of the falls.

• Biking

  Begin your biking adventure at the Yampa River Core Trail, which is easily accessible in downtown Steamboat Springs. Head towards the south end of the trail and follow it along the river until you reach the intersection with US-40. Turn left onto US-40 and bike along the shoulder until you reach the Fish Creek Falls Road intersection. Turn left onto Fish Creek Falls Road and continue for about 1.5 miles. The parking area for Fish Creek Falls will be on your right. Lock your bike and take the short hike to the falls.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, check the local bus schedule for the Steamboat Springs Transit system. You can catch a bus from various points in downtown Steamboat Springs heading towards Fish Creek Falls. Make sure to get off at the Fish Creek Falls stop, which will drop you off near the entrance of Fish Creek Falls Road. From there, it is just a short walk up the road to the parking area and trailhead for the falls.