Lower Calf Creek Falls

Lower Calf Creek Falls descends 126 feet into a pool surrounded by red sandstone cliffs along a 6-mile round trip hiking trail through the canyon.

The natural formation of Lower Calf Creek Falls occurred over millions of years as water carved through layers of Navajo sandstone in the Colorado Plateau.

Native American pictographs and granaries near the trail demonstrate the presence of Fremont people who inhabited this region between 700 and 1300 CE.

The trailhead begins at Calf Creek Campground with a day use fee of $5 per vehicle, and hikers should bring water for the sandy three-hour trek.

The waterfall maintains a constant flow throughout the year, creating a microclimate that supports vegetation not typically found in this desert environment.

Location: Garfield County

Elevation above the sea: 5,545 ft

GPS coordinates: 37.82913,-111.41992

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:18