Eldorado Falls from Eldorado Canyon

El Dorado falls is a moderate ~6.5 mile hike that begins in El Dorado Canyon State Park.  From the Eldorado Canyon Trailhead, ascend switchbacks along the western flanks of 7,340-foot Shirttail Peak, rising high above North Draw.  There are wooden and rock steps on the steeper sections, as the trail winds into the forest and through a habitat conservation area, topping out at 2.5 miles with mountaintop views of Indian Peaks Wilderness to the west. Here, the trail drops off to the right (west) and descends quickly to the creek bed. Meet the Walker Ranch Loop at the bottom, go left to the creek, cross the bridge, and go up and over a short rise. Choose a flat stone to sit on and rest for a bit while you enjoy the falls.