Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bear Lake, CA

5,059 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Big Bear Lake? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Big Bear 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 34.2429°N, -116.8951°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Bear Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 12 gauged

2 of 10 waterfalls near Big Bear Lake are flowing strongly today

Andreas Falls Moderate Bonita Falls Low Middleman Falls Barely Flowing Monkeyface Falls Moderate San Antonio Falls Roaring Wolfskill Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 73°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Big Bear Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 San Antonio Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Wolfskill Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Andreas Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 68th percentile
  4. 4 Middleman Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Monkeyface Falls Moderate · 47 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Bonita Falls Low · 31 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Bear Lake (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

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Bear Lake (6 waterfalls)

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

Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bonita Falls

41 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Big Bear Lake

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Monkeyface Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Middleman Falls

45.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

9.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Bonita Falls

41 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

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

Tahquitz Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft
Wolfskill Falls waterfall

Wolfskill Falls

41.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

25.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Bear Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Big Bear Lake?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Bear Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Bear Lake?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Bear Lake, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bear Lake?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Bear Lake, including Andreas Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Bear Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Bear Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Big Bear Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Bear Lake?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Big Bear Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Bear Lake?

The closest waterfall to Big Bear Lake is Big Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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