We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
$25 Amazon.com Gift Card Get yours when you book a hotel on TripAdvisor and review your stay!

Box Canyon Waterfall & Park

4.5 of 5 stars 384 Reviews
#3 of 37 things to do in Ouray
Certificate of Excellence
Waterfalls, Nature & Parks
Sponsored by:
Map
Satellite
Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info.
Reset zoom
Sponsored by:
Get directions
Address: County Road 361, Ouray, CO 81427-0001
Phone Number: 970-325-7080
Website
Improve this listing
Description:

Waterfalls cascade through canyon walls at this park near Ouray.

TripAdvisor Reviewer Highlights

Read all 384 reviews
Visitor rating
  • 264
    Excellent
  • 85
    Very good
  • 26
    Average
  • 2
    Poor
  • 1
    Terrible
“short walk”

pretty view but water was low...we drove up the hill to the gold mine first ,,nice drive good turn around and parking and porta potties....

4 of 5 starsReviewed yesterday
Wildbill W
,
Willis, Texas
Add Photo Write a Review

384 Reviews from our TripAdvisor Community

Which Ouray hotels are on sale?
mm/dd/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy
See hotels
Sponsored links *
Traveler rating
Traveler type
Time of year
Language
  • More
Showing 378: English reviews
Willis, Texas
Level Contributor
7 reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 3 helpful votes
“short walk”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed yesterday NEW

pretty view but water was low...we drove up the hill to the gold mine first ,,nice drive good turn around and parking and porta potties....

Helpful?
Thank Wildbill W
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Level Contributor
80 reviews
22 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 43 helpful votes
“Interesting to visit”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 days ago NEW

We are glad we stopped to see the falls. It costs $4 per adult, but is worth it. The walk to the falls is fairly short. There are stairs that go down to the water's edge. There are several nice spots to take photos. Also, you can hike up to a bridge that goes over the falls. There are a... More 

Helpful?
Thank Carole S
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Level Contributor
5 reviews
3 attraction reviews
“A roaring waterfall”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 days ago NEW

We enjoyed this stop! The views from the high bridge of the valley down below are beautiful. Nice steps and trail. Stop at the Nature Center for information about the area.

Helpful?
Thank karenzd
Baltimore
Level Contributor
232 reviews
106 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 46 helpful votes
“Nice Hike”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 days ago NEW

We hiked the trail up to the bridge that overlooks Ouray. It was very picturesque. The short hike to the waterfall was very nice too.

Helpful?
Thank BaltimoreSkiBob
Southampton, Massachusetts
Level Contributor
9 reviews
5 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 2 helpful votes
“Beautiful from the top or bottom”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 days ago NEW

We originally found the canyon while hiking the perimeter trail and went to the lower part the next day. There's a $4 fee to access the trails down to the canyon, but we thought it was worth it. I'd love to go back in spring, when the canyon is filled with mist!

Helpful?
Thank Margaret L
2 reviews
“Awesome place!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 days ago NEW via mobile

So glad we took the time to go yo Box Canyon...had no idea during our past visits to Ouray, what we were missing! Not a time consuming venture by any means, but beautiful and great photo ops!!

Helpful?
Thank Denise P
Kennesaw, Georgia
Level Contributor
7 reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 1 helpful vote
“Not to be missed!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Box Canyon Falls is anything but a typical waterfall. A massive volume of water from higher in the Colorado Rockies falls through a very narrow box canyon resulting in a "roar" reminiscent of a thundering tornado! Visitors to the park are able to get very close to the falls via an elevated, steel, see-through platform bolted to the canyon walls... More 

Helpful?
Thank HLLIII_10
new iberia,la
Level Contributor
175 reviews
85 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 45 helpful votes
“Beautiful ”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Absolutely beautiful ... Small nominal fee to get in.. There is a hiking trail you can take if you like.. Also a steeper hike up 95 stairs which we did not take

Helpful?
Thank NewIberia_laGbl
San Diego, California
Level Contributor
157 reviews
29 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 78 helpful votes
“Gorgeous”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Good hike. Make sure you go all the way out to the falls at the far end. Lots of stairs, you will get a good workout, you will also be rewarded with some of the prettiest scenery anywhere. Pee before you head out and bring water. If you're afraid of heights this is not the hike for you.

Helpful?
Thank exNYfamily
Level Contributor
35 reviews
20 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 5 helpful votes
“Neat hike!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 weeks ago

This hike was easy enough for this 63 year old grandma to maneuver! You walk back to a pretty waterfall. Although they have closed the very end of the trail, evidently because of decayed stairs, it still is an enjoyable hike.

Helpful?
Thank susan b

Travelers who viewed Box Canyon Waterfall & Park also viewed

Yankee Boy Basin
Yankee Boy Basin
5 of 5 stars 321 Reviews
Ouray, CO
Ouray Box Canyon Waterfall
Ouray Box Canyon Waterfall
4.5 of 5 stars 354 Reviews
Ouray, CO
 
Lower Cascade Trail and Falls
Lower Cascade Trail and Falls
4.5 of 5 stars 162 Reviews
Ouray, CO
Ouray Alchemist Museum
Ouray Alchemist Museum
5 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
Ouray, CO
 
All things to do in Ouray (46)

Been to Box Canyon Waterfall & Park? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos & Videos

Questions & Answers

Here's what previous visitors have asked, with answers from representatives of Box Canyon Waterfall & Park and other visitors
5 questions
Ask a question

Do you need cash for the fee?
15 days ago
Show all answers (6) Answer
Denver, Colorado

Wheel Chair access?
6 months ago
Show all answers (1) Answer

Hours it's opened
over a year ago
Show all answers (2) Answer

Would this be a good trail for smaller dogs?
over a year ago
Show all answers (4) Answer

See all questions (5)

Questions? Get answers from Box Canyon Waterfall & Park staff and past visitors.
Posting guidelines
Typical questions asked:
  • Do I have to buy a ticket for my infant?
  • How do I get there using public transportation?
  • Is there a restaurant or café onsite?