The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In Utah Who Loves Waterfall Hikes

There's nothing more refreshing at the end of a long hike than a nice, cool waterfall. Utah's desert landscape doesn't have tons of waterfalls, but the ones we do have are stunning. To make searching for the best waterfalls near me in Utah a little easier, check out this bucket list and start hiking!

What's your favorite waterfall hike? Let us know in the comments! If you don't feel like hiking, stop in Provo Canyon to see this huge waterfall that's visible right from the parking lot!

1. Lower Calf Creek Falls

This is one of the best waterfall hikes in Utah. The hike is 5.5 miles, round-trip, but you'll be able to cool off in the pool of the 126-foot-tall waterfall at the end. You will find Lower Calf Creek Falls near Boulder in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

2. Emerald Pools

The Emerald Pools Trail at Zion National Park boasts not one, but three pretty pools. The Lower Emerald Pools part of the trail features this waterfall that falls right over the top of the trail, and the spray cools you off nicely on a hot day.

3. Hidden Falls

This little waterfall is tucked away in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It's just an easy 0.3-mile hike to the waterfall, and once you get to it, it's like a little secret oasis. You'll definitely want to explore this natural wonder in Utah.

4. Donut Falls

Donut Falls is a family favorite in Big Cottonwood Canyon. The hike is easy, and it's just three miles, out and back. The kids will love rock-hopping in the creek for the last little bit, but you'll want to reign them in when they want to climb the boulders around the falls — they're really slippery and people have been seriously injured from falling.

5. Cascade Springs

Cascade Springs is a series of freshwater springs that flows in pretty little waterfalls down the hill. There are three loops of boardwalk and most people can see all of the little waterfalls in less than an hour.

6. Bells Canyon Waterfall

Bells Canyon Waterfall is one of the best hikes in Utah. This popular hiking trail near Sandy has several waterfalls along its four-mile stretch. It's an easy hike, so bring a picnic and enjoy the scenery!

7. Adams Canyon Waterfall

You'll find this pretty waterfall near Layton on a short, but moderately difficult, 3.4-mile round-trip hike. The trail takes you up through the foothills and into the trees. The waterfall can be pretty spectacular in the spring.

8. Stewart Falls

Stewart Falls is one of Utah's larger falls, tumbling 200 feet down the face of the mountain. The 3.4-mile out-and-back trail is beautiful, especially during the autumn months. You'll find this trail along the Alpine Loop in Utah County.

9. Kanarraville Falls

Kanarraville Falls has become so popular that you'll need a permit to hike to it now, but it's worth the hassle. The full hike is 3.5 miles, round-trip, and you'll be treated to three tiers of falls. This is easily one of the best waterfall hikes in Utah.