Updated July 2026
Judd Falls
Judd Falls is a tiered cascade on Copper Creek in the Gunnison National Forest, just above the historic hamlet of Gothic near Crested Butte. From the 2WD trailhead the round-trip hike runs about 2 miles with roughly 446 feet of gain, offering views of Gothic Mountain.
Before you go
Waterfalls are hazardous by nature — wet rock, cold water, and unstable edges — and flow varies enormously with season and recent rain. Trail figures here describe the route as documented, not conditions today. Check Gunnison National Forest (USFS) for closures and current conditions, and confirm land status before setting out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No measured height is on record for Judd Falls in the land-manager and survey sources this inventory draws on. We list it without a height rather than estimating one.
The Judd Falls Trail reaches it about 2 miles (out-and-back) with roughly 446 feet of elevation gain, rated easy. The nearest town is Crested Butte. That describes the route as documented, not conditions on the day — check with Gunnison National Forest (USFS) for closures and current conditions.
Summer (Jun-Sep). Waterfall flow swings enormously with snowmelt and recent rain, so a fall that roars in spring can be a trickle by late summer.
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