Lower Calf Creek Falls

Lower Calf Creek Falls is a waterfall in a desert canyon surrounded by red sandstone cliffs that drops into a deep pool below. The waterfall creates a small green oasis with vegetation and shade in the otherwise dry landscape.

The waterfall formed over millions of years as water gradually carved through layers of sandstone on the Colorado Plateau. This slow erosion shaped the canyon landscape we see today.

Native American pictographs and stone structures are visible along the trail, left by the Fremont people who lived in this region for centuries. These marks show how people adapted to life in the canyon and used its resources.

The trail is sandy with some uneven ground and takes about three hours to complete round trip. Bring plenty of water and wear good hiking shoes, as the path can be dusty and occasionally slippery.

The water flows constantly year-round, creating a small ecosystem that supports plants rarely found elsewhere in this desert region. This green zone in the middle of dry land acts like an oasis for wildlife and plants.

Location: Garfield County

Elevation above the sea: 5,545 ft

GPS coordinates: 37.82913,-111.41992

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:06