Waterfall Hikes Near Bass Lake, CA

318 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bass Lake? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bass Lake. 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 37.3280°N, -119.5665°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bass Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 46 gauged

40 waterfalls near Bass Lake have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Low Illilouette Falls Low Lehamite Falls Low Lower Yosemite Fall Low Nevada Fall Low Pywiack Cascade Low Royal Arch Cascade Low Sentinel Fall Low Silver Apron Low Yosemite Falls Low Vernal Fall Low Upper Yosemite Falls Low Staircase Falls Low Snow Creek Falls Low California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 82°F Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bass Lake

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Strand Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 The Cascades Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bass Lake (11 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bass Lake (16 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Bass Lake

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Camino Falls

49.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

42 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

12 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

20.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

10.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

13.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

31.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

30.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

12.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

30.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bass Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Bass Lake?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Bass Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bass Lake?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Bass Lake, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bass Lake?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bass Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bass Lake?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bass Lake, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bass Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Bass Lake, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bass Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bass Lake is Angel Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bass Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Bass Lake is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bass Lake require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Bass Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bass Lake?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Bass Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bass Lake?

The closest waterfall to Bass Lake is Angel Falls, approximately 0.6 miles away.

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