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 Barely Flowing Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 62°F

Wed 61°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 62°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 60°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 57°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 59°F Sunny
Mon 62°F Sunny Best
Tue 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Arcata

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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

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

Burnt Ranch Falls

44.7 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Arcata

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

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

Burnt Ranch Falls

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

Pepperwood Falls

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

Ishi Pishi Falls

28.5 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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