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Learn about the history, geology and wildlife of Helen Hunt Falls, a scenic waterfall in the Garden of the Gods park. The visitor center offers exhibits, trails, programs and events for all ages and interests.
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Enjoy the view— Take in the waterfall from the parking lot, or take a short walk up to the bridge at the top of the falls. It requires very little exertion for such an amazing view. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy. If it’s your thing, bring a book along too—people sometimes sit and read near the bridge at the top. Hike to Silver CascadeFalls— Ifyou wa...
In 1881, Bruin Inn was built at the base of the falls. One of the outbuildings of the Bruin Inn was turned into a visitor center, and as the smaller building, it was called “The Cub.” A fire destroyed the Bruin Inn, but the Cub survived and remained to serve as the visitor center for the falls. In 1966, Helen Hunt Falls got its official name. The f...
Address: 3440 North Cheyenne Cañon Rd, Colorado SpringsDirections: from the North Cheyenne Cañon Park entrance, drive for about 2.5 miles until you see the parking lot and the falls nearby.Hiking distance: 1/10 mileElevation: 7,200 feetHelen Hunt Falls is a 35-foot waterfall in North Cheyenne Cañon Park, west of Colorado Springs. You can see it from the parking lot or take a short walk to enjoy the view, or hike to Silver Cascade Falls and the visitor center. Learn about the history, nature, and rock climbing of this stunning waterfall.
Hotels near Helen Hunt Falls: (3.97 mi) Old Town Guesthouse B&B (1.77 mi) The Broadmoor (3.82 mi) Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn (4.81 mi) The St. Mary’s Inn Bed & Breakfast (4.73 mi) Blue Skies Inn Bed and Breakfast Hotel; View all hotels near Helen Hunt Falls on Tripadvisor
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Helen Hunt Falls is a short and popular trail in North Cheyenne Cañon Park near Colorado Springs. You can view the falls from the road or climb stairs to the bridge above, and enjoy bird watching, wildflowers and wildlife.
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May 31, 2023 · Helen Hunt Falls is a 35 foot waterfall in North Cheyenne Canon Park, near Denver or Colorado Springs. Learn how to get there, what to expect, and what to do at the visitor center and the top of the trail. The hike is steep, strenuous, and free, but requires some preparation and caution.
Jun 3, 2019 · Helen Hunt Falls is a 35-foot waterfall named after a U.S. poet and activist, not the actress. It is easy to access from the parking lot and offers scenic views of the city and the canyon. You can also extend the hike to Silver Cascade Falls or the Lower Columbine Trail for more adventure and scenery.
The falls are named in honor of Helen Maria Hunt Jackson (October 15, 1830 – August 12, 1885), a United States poet and writer who became an activist on behalf of improved treatment of Native Americans by the U.S. government. She died in San Francisco, California in 1885 and was later buried in Colorado Springs.
