TLC famously said don’t go chasing waterfalls. But during the Colorado summer, there are few more fun things to do than hop in the car, hit the trail and bask in the spray of cascading snowmelt. We designed four different road trip routes that start in Denver and take drivers to some of the state’s best waterfalls.

They vary in distance and region, so you can choose one that fits your schedule and destination preferences. The waterfalls on these itineraries are just as variable. Some can be viewed from easily accessible overlook areas and short, paved paths, while others require a moderate or potentially arduous hike to view the falls.

By now, most trails should be melted, but it’s worth doing extra research to ensure you’re well-equipped for each respective environment. Lastly, remember these are just suggestions. The perfect waterfall road trip isn’t defined by how many Instagram-worthy destinations you check off a list, but rather the memories you make along the way.

So start your engines, the waterfalls are waiting. Estimated drive distance: 334 miles Travelers looking to stay relatively close to the Front Range have waterfall options before they even stray from I-25. Start this journey at The Broadmoor Seven Falls in Colorado Springs, a storied and well-developed tourist attraction that takes you to multiple waterfalls in less than a mile’s walk.

(Requires an entry fee; $13-$19) Thereafter, hop in the car and head west to the Buena Vista area where there are .