Waterfall Hikes Near Berkeley, CA

121,385 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Berkeley? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Berkeley. 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 37.8722°N, -122.2760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Berkeley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

3 of 15 waterfalls near Berkeley are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Low Dawn Falls Low Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated 15 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Sat 65°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Sunny
Mon 73°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 68°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 66°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 63°F Partly Sunny
Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Berkeley

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Butano Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Golden Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Tehan Falls Strong · 6 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Berkeley (3 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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Berkeley (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Berkeley

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

25.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Berkeley

Are there free waterfalls near Berkeley?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Berkeley, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Berkeley?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Berkeley, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Berkeley?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Berkeley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Berkeley?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Berkeley, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Berkeley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Berkeley, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Berkeley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Berkeley is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Berkeley?

The tallest waterfall near Berkeley is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Berkeley require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Berkeley requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Berkeley?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Berkeley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Berkeley?

The closest waterfall to Berkeley is Kent Falls, approximately 13.4 miles away.

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