Waterfall Hikes Near Benton, CA

393 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Benton? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Benton. 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 37.8189°N, -118.4845°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Benton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 22 gauged

19 waterfalls near Benton have live flow data today

Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 101°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny
Thu 100°F Patchy Smoke
Fri 100°F Sunny
Sat 100°F Sunny Best
Sun 99°F Sunny
Mon 97°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Benton

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 40 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Twin Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Minaret Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 30 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Benton (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.

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

16.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

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

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

25 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Benton

Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

2.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

27.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Benton

Are there free waterfalls near Benton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Benton, including Horsetail Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Benton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Benton, including Minaret Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Benton?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Benton, including Horsetail Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Benton?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Benton, including Bunnell Cascade.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Benton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Benton is Bunnell Cascade at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Benton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Benton require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Benton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Benton?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Benton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Benton?

The closest waterfall to Benton is Horsetail Falls, approximately 28.3 miles away.

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