Waterfall Hikes Near Alamo, CA

14,355 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alamo? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alamo. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.8548°N, -122.0136°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alamo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

4 of 19 waterfalls near Alamo are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Moderate Golden Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 80°F

Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny Best
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny
Ind 84°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Alamo

Updated 32 minutes ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Alamere Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 68th percentile
  6. 6 Butano Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alamo (3 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alamo (7 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Alamo

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alamo

Are there free waterfalls near Alamo?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Alamo, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alamo?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Alamo, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alamo?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alamo, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alamo?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alamo, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Alamo?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Alamo, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alamo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alamo is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alamo?

The tallest waterfall near Alamo is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Alamo require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Alamo requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alamo?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Alamo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alamo?

The closest waterfall to Alamo is Tehan Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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