Waterfall Hikes Near Big Creek, CA

97 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Big Creek? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Big Creek. 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 37.2035°N, -119.2485°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Big Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 47 gauged

35 of 35 waterfalls near Big Creek are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Strong Chilnualna Fall Strong Chinquapin Falls Strong Foresta Falls Strong Little Nellie Falls Strong Ribbon Fall Strong Silver Strand Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Bunnell Cascade Roaring Illilouette Falls Roaring Lehamite Falls Roaring Lower Yosemite Fall Roaring Nevada Fall Roaring Pywiack Cascade Roaring Royal Arch Cascade Roaring Sentinel Fall Roaring Silver Apron Roaring Yosemite Falls Roaring Vernal Fall Roaring Upper Yosemite Falls Roaring Staircase Falls Roaring Snow Creek Falls Roaring California Falls Roaring Le Conte Falls Roaring White Cascade Roaring Waterwheel Falls Roaring Tuolumne Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Lower Rainbow Falls Roaring Minaret Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Mist Falls Roaring Roaring River Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Tue 72°F Sunny Best
Wed 60°F Sunny
Thu 64°F Sunny
Fri 65°F Sunny
Sat 59°F Sunny
Sun 60°F Sunny
Mon 65°F Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Big Creek

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Big Creek (8 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.

Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Big Creek (11 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Big Creek

Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Camino Falls

49 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

27.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

2.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

26.7 miles away
California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

32.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

21.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Silver Spray Falls waterfall

Silver Spray Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Blue Canyon Falls waterfall

Blue Canyon Falls

California
Hard
4.0 miles 800 ft

Ella Falls

19.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Second Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

13.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
First Falls waterfall

First Falls

34.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Big Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Big Creek?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Big Creek, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Big Creek?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Big Creek, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Big Creek?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Big Creek, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Creek?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Big Creek, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Big Creek?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Big Creek, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Big Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Big Creek is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Big Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Big Creek is Yosemite Falls at 2425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Big Creek require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Big Creek?

Yes, 47 waterfalls near Big Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Big Creek?

The closest waterfall to Big Creek is Whisky Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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