Rainbow Falls
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A waterfall in Manitou Springs, Colorado, known for vibrant graffiti on its base and located beneath a highway overpass.

📜 50-foot waterfall on Fountain Creek, a significant site for Ute Indians.
🔍 Informally known as 'Graffiti Waterfall' due to extensive artwork on its base and its location beneath a highway overpass in Manitou Springs.

Why Go

🌊 Experience a unique natural and picturesque waterfall🎨 Observe vibrant, ever-changing graffiti art📸 Excellent spot for photography and families🚶 Easy walk to the falls from the trailhead via a short dirt road

Why Avoid

⚠️ Graffiti may not appeal to all visitors and is illegal/off-putting to some🅿️ Parking requires a shuttle service and fee (not available at the falls)🚫 Site is closed during winter months⚠️ Path to falls is gravel on a significant slope

Tips Check seasonal hours and shuttle operation before visiting.Accessible parking requires advance reservation (call 719-520-6977).

🐕 Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash.

Cost

💰 $20 per car for shuttle service and parking.

Hours

🕒 Summer: Fri-Mon 10 a.m.

  • 4 p.m.; Sept-Oct: Sat-Sun 10 a.m.
  • 4 p.m. Closed in winter.

🅿️ Parking Shuttle parking available at 101 Higginbotham Road, Manitou Springs, CO.

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