Waterfall Hikes Near Bridgeport, CA

408 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bridgeport? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bridgeport. 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 38.2561°N, -119.2123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

36 of 40 waterfalls near Bridgeport are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Roaring Ribbon Fall Roaring Silver Strand Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Roaring The Cascades Roaring Bunnell Cascade Strong Illilouette Falls Strong Lehamite Falls Strong Lower Yosemite Fall Strong Nevada Fall Strong Pywiack Cascade Strong Royal Arch Cascade Strong Sentinel Fall Strong Silver Apron Strong Yosemite Falls Strong Vernal Fall Strong Upper Yosemite Falls Strong Staircase Falls Strong Snow Creek Falls Strong California Falls Strong Le Conte Falls Strong Rancheria Falls Strong White Cascade Strong Waterwheel Falls Strong Tuolumne Falls Strong Carson Falls Roaring Llewellyn Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Roaring Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Strong Sardine Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Lower Rainbow Falls Strong Minaret Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Preston Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Sunny
Fri 76°F Sunny
Sat 69°F Sunny
Sun 66°F Sunny
Mon 72°F Sunny Best

Find waterfalls to hike near Bridgeport

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bridgeport (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

8.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bridgeport (14 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

8.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

8.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

8.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

37.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

44.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

46.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

Waterwheel Falls

45.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Llewellyn Falls waterfall

Llewellyn Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

8.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

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

Rancheria Falls

33.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

36.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

25.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Are there free waterfalls near Bridgeport?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Carson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bridgeport?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bridgeport?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Carson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bridgeport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bridgeport is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bridgeport?

The tallest waterfall near Bridgeport is Yosemite Falls at 2425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bridgeport require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Bridgeport require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bridgeport?

Yes, 40 waterfalls near Bridgeport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bridgeport?

The closest waterfall to Bridgeport is Horsetail Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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