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Fall Hiking · Ophir, CO

Lower Bridal Veil Falls

moderate
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 2 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

85°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 85°

Storm chance

7% afternoon

Wind

5 mph SSW

UV index

4.1 moderate

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

9,440ft

Season

Sep - Nov

About

Lower Bridal Veil Falls is a waterfall located near Ophir, Colorado, on the Western Slope. The hike to the falls is classified as moderate, taking approximately two hours to complete. The trail covers about 3.5 miles round trip with an elevation gain of roughly 900 feet, leading to a 100-foot waterfall. The terrain is rocky and steep with uneven surfaces. Parking is available at the trailhead, and pets are permitted. The site is accessible from September through November, though foliage may sometimes obscure views. The trail is well-marked but can become crowded around noon.

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Steepest

High point

9,440 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Restrooms available

Dogs allowed on leash

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