Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bear City, CA

12,753 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Big Bear City? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Big Bear City. 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 34.2536°N, -116.7903°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Bear City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

3 of 9 waterfalls near Big Bear City are flowing strongly today

Andreas Falls Moderate Bonita Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing Middleman Falls Strong San Antonio Falls Roaring Wolfskill Falls Roaring Tahquitz Falls Low

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 72°F Sunny
Mon 70°F Sunny Best
Tue 70°F Sunny
Wed 72°F Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Big Bear City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 San Antonio Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Wolfskill Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Middleman Falls Strong · 7 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Andreas Falls Strong · 1 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Bonita Falls Strong · 52 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Monkeyface Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 25th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bear City (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.

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

17.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Bear City (5 waterfalls)

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

Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bonita Falls

27.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Big Bear City

Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

17.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Monkeyface Falls

20.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Middleman Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bonita Falls

27.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

23.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.6 miles 100 ft
Tahquitz Falls waterfall

Tahquitz Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Wolfskill Falls waterfall

Wolfskill Falls

27.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Bear City

Are there free waterfalls near Big Bear City?

There is 1 free waterfall near Big Bear City, including Hidden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Bear City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Big Bear City, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Bear City?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bear City?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bear City, including Andreas Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Bear City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Big Bear City is Andreas Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Bear City?

The tallest waterfall near Big Bear City is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Big Bear City require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Big Bear City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Bear City?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Big Bear City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Bear City?

The closest waterfall to Big Bear City is Silverwood Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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