Waterfall Hikes Near Alum Rock, CA

11,831 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alum Rock? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alum Rock. 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 37.3694°N, -121.8238°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alum Rock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

4 of 15 waterfalls near Alum Rock are flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Strong Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Sat 71°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Alum Rock

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Finnegan Falls Strong · 1640 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Strong · 9 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Strong · 9 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Strong · 9 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Tehan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alum Rock (2 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alum Rock (5 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Alum Rock

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

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 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

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alum Rock

Are there free waterfalls near Alum Rock?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Alum Rock, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alum Rock?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Alum Rock, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alum Rock?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alum Rock, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alum Rock?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alum Rock, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alum Rock?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alum Rock is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alum Rock?

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

Do any waterfalls near Alum Rock require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alum Rock?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Alum Rock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alum Rock?

The closest waterfall to Alum Rock is Basin Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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