The waterfall off of the Longmont Reservoir Dam provides a truly unique view. Most Colorado waterfalls are narrow, so the sheer breadth of this waterfall makes it special. The waterfall may not always be present depending on the water levels and time of year, so check with admin authority about what to expect. The landing down by the North Saint Vrain Creek is pretty small and can only support smaller guest counts. However, additional guests could stand up on the road overlooking the landing. The creek side landing can really allow you to use the whole of the waterfall as a background. The Button Rock Trailhead mainly supports hikers taking the half hour trek up to Ralph Price Reservoir. There will likely be several passerbys overlooking the ceremony, but it’s highly unlikely anyone will disturb it. The parking area and road up to the trailhead were well maintained.
Button Rock Trailhead – Longmont Reservoir Dam
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GEOGRAPHY
- Location Name: Button Rock Trailhead
- Site Name: Longmont Reservoir Dam
- Address: Longmont Reservoir, Lyons, CO
- County: Boulder
- Elevation: 5981 ft.
- Nearest City: Boulder
- Location Type: Trailhead
- Site Type: Dirt
- Background: Waterfall
- Features: Lake, River, Rock Wall, Waterfall, Hiking Trail
ACCESSIBILITY
- Max Guests: 8
- Parking Capacity: 10+ Cars
- Road Type: Graded Dirt Road
- Path Type: Rocky Trail
- Walk Duration: 2-5 Minute Walk
- Location Privacy: 20+ Visitors
- Site Privacy: 3-5 Passerbys
- Pet Access: Leashed Pets
- Availability: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
AMENITIES
- Seating: No Seating
- Lodging: No Lodging
- Restrooms: Vault Toilet
- Electricity: No Electricity
- Cell Service: No Service
- WiFi Access: No WiFi
- Shower/Footwash: Trailhead
PERMITTING
- Event Permitting: Event: Unknown Permitting
- Pro Permitting: Pro Permit: Unknown
AVAILABILITY
- Months Open: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- Last Visited: July 20, 2020
- Last Updated: November 30, 2021
Links for Button Rock Trailhead – Longmont Reservoir Dam
- City of Longmont
- City Park Representative
- (303) 651-8416
- Unknown Email
- Leave No Trace
- Fire Prevention