Waterfall Hikes Near Avery, CA

422 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Avery? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Avery. 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 38.1967°N, -120.3698°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Avery

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 17 gauged

16 waterfalls near Avery have live flow data today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 71°F Sunny
Sun 70°F Sunny
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 79°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Avery

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Avery (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

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

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Avery

Jawbone Falls

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

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Llewellyn Falls

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

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Avery

Are there free waterfalls near Avery?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Avery, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Avery?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Avery, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Avery?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Avery, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Avery?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Avery, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Avery?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Avery, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Avery?

The shortest waterfall hike near Avery is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Avery?

The tallest waterfall near Avery is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Avery require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Avery require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Avery?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Avery have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Avery?

The closest waterfall to Avery is Jawbone Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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