Waterfall Hikes Near Bishop, CA

3,802 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bishop? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bishop. 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 37.3665°N, -118.3958°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bishop

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 14 gauged

8 of 8 waterfalls near Bishop are flowing strongly today

Horsetail Falls Roaring Lower Rainbow Falls Roaring Minaret Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Mist Falls Strong Roaring River Falls Strong Tokopah Falls Strong

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bishop (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.

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

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Bishop

First Falls waterfall

First Falls

34.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

49.5 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
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

43.9 miles away
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Blue Canyon Falls waterfall

Blue Canyon Falls

California
Hard
4.0 miles 800 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

32.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Spray Falls waterfall

Silver Spray Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 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
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
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bishop

Are there free waterfalls near Bishop?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bishop?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bishop?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bishop?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bishop, including Horsetail Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bishop?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bishop is Blue Canyon Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bishop?

The tallest waterfall near Bishop is Tokopah Falls at 1200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bishop?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Bishop have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bishop?

The closest waterfall to Bishop is First Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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