Waterfall Hikes Near Arcata, CA

18,536 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arcata? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Arcata. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.8615°N, -124.0758°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Arcata

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Arcata have live flow data today

Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing Gray Falls Barely Flowing Ishi Pishi Falls Moderate Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Tod 60°F Partly Sunny
Sun 61°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 62°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 62°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 59°F Partly Sunny
Thu 59°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 60°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Arcata

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ishi Pishi Falls Moderate · 391 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing · 762 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Gray Falls Barely Flowing · 762 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing · 26 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arcata (2 waterfalls)

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

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

34 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Arcata

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

34 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

25.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

48.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Arcata

Are there free waterfalls near Arcata?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Arcata, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Arcata?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Arcata, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Arcata?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Arcata, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Arcata?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Arcata, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Arcata?

The shortest waterfall hike near Arcata is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Arcata?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Arcata have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Arcata?

The closest waterfall to Arcata is Gray Falls, approximately 25.4 miles away.

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