Experience · Colorado Springs, CO · attraction

The Broadmoor Seven Falls

Worth it? YES for a scenic ticketed stop, especially if you're staying at or dining with the Broadmoor. The play: buy timed tickets in advance and plan for the required shuttle (no on-site parking); climb the 224 steps for the top view or enjoy from the canyon floor; consider the seasonal zipline or in-canyon dining. Best when the falls run full (spring/early summer snowmelt).

Who it’s NOT for: Travelers who want free waterfalls — Helen Hunt Falls in North Cheyenne Cañon is the free alternative. Anyone unable to climb the 224-step staircase who also skips the trails/viewpoints (though you can view from below). Visitors wanting spontaneity/drop-in — advance timed tickets + the required shuttle mean planning ahead. Big-crowd-averse travelers on peak summer days.

Skip it if: You want a free waterfall hike (choose Helen Hunt Falls / North Cheyenne Cañon), you can't do steps and don't want the base view, or your day is already full.

Time needed: ~1.5–3 hours including the shuttle, the 224-step climb, and optional upper trails. (research: sevenfalls.com)

Best time: Late spring/early summer for peak snowmelt flow; morning for cooler temps and shuttle availability. Confirm current seasonal hours and shuttle live.

Cost: $$Booking: YES — advance timed tickets and the required shuttle. Confirm current prices, hours, and shuttle logistics on the official site.

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Common questions

Is The Broadmoor Seven Falls worth it?
buy timed tickets in advance and plan for the required shuttle (no on-site parking); climb the 224 steps for the top view or enjoy from the canyon floor; consider the seasonal zipline or in-canyon dining. Best when the falls run full (spring/early summer snowmelt).
Who is The Broadmoor Seven Falls for?
The Broadmoor Seven Falls is for grand resort escape, family adventure basecamp, and outdoorsy couple.
Who is The Broadmoor Seven Falls not for?
The Broadmoor Seven Falls is not for Travelers who want free waterfalls — Helen Hunt Falls in North Cheyenne Cañon is the free alternative. Anyone unable to climb the 224-step staircase who also skips the trails/viewpoints (though you can view from below). Visitors wanting spontaneity/drop-in — advance timed tickets + the required shuttle mean planning ahead. Big-crowd-averse travelers on peak summer days.
When is the best time to visit The Broadmoor Seven Falls?
Late spring/early summer for peak snowmelt flow; morning for cooler temps and shuttle availability. Confirm current seasonal hours and shuttle live.
How expensive is The Broadmoor Seven Falls?
The Broadmoor Seven Falls is moderate ($$). Meravella shows prices as bands and never publishes exact figures it hasn't verified.
Basis research · last verified Sat Aug 08 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time). Prices are shown as bands; confirm live before you go. We never rank by commission.