Waterfall Hikes Near Alhambra Valley, CA

917 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alhambra Valley? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alhambra Valley. 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 37.9668°N, -122.1361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alhambra Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Alhambra Valley is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 71°F

Wed 77°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 76°F Sunny
Ind 76°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 71°F Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Alhambra Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Butano Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Golden Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alhambra Valley (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 Alhambra Valley (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Alhambra Valley

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

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

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 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
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 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
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

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

Linda Falls

25.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alhambra Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Alhambra Valley?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Alhambra Valley, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alhambra Valley?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alhambra Valley?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alhambra Valley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alhambra Valley?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alhambra Valley, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Alhambra Valley?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alhambra Valley?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Alhambra Valley?

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

Do any waterfalls near Alhambra Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alhambra Valley?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Alhambra Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alhambra Valley?

The closest waterfall to Alhambra Valley is Green Valley Falls, approximately 17 miles away.

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