Waterfall Hikes Near Arnold, CA

1,866 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arnold? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Arnold. 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 38.2465°N, -120.3479°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Arnold

Find waterfalls to hike near Arnold

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Arnold (5 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.

Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

7.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arnold (13 waterfalls)

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

Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

45.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

7.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

19.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Arnold With Waterfalls

Jawbone Falls waterfall

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

45.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

7.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

19.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

28.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

27.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

36 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

26.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

18 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Llewellyn Falls waterfall

Llewellyn Falls

21.2 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

44.7 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

36.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

47.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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