Waterfall Hikes Near Azusa, CA

49,704 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Azusa opens straight into San Gabriel Canyon, so the mountains start where the street grid ends. Sturtevant Falls is one canyon west above Arcadia, 50 feet at the end of 3.25 miles with 400 feet of gain. San Antonio Falls near Baldy takes 1.4 miles. For height, drive east: Big Falls at Forest Falls measures 500 feet with a 0.7-mile walk, and Bonita Falls in Lytle Creek runs 160. Eight falls within fifty miles, and winter rain is what switches them on.

Located at 34.1386°N, -117.9124°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Azusa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 8 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Azusa are flowing strongly today

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Fri 84°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 87°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Azusa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 San Antonio Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Wolfskill Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Monkeyface Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Middleman Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Bonita Falls Barely Flowing · 29 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Azusa (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.

15.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Azusa (5 waterfalls)

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

32.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
44.3 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Azusa

32.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
23.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
15.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
44.3 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
46.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
20.8 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Azusa

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Azusa?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Azusa, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Azusa?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Azusa, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Azusa?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Azusa, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Azusa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Azusa is Big Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Azusa?

The tallest waterfall near Azusa is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Azusa require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Azusa?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Azusa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Azusa?

The closest waterfall to Azusa is Sturtevant Falls, approximately 8.1 miles away.

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