Waterfall Hikes Near Camp Nelson, CA

73 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Camp Nelson? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Camp Nelson. 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 36.1420°N, -118.6108°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Camp Nelson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 16 gauged

11 waterfalls near Camp Nelson have live flow data today

Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing Marble Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Roaring River Falls Barely Flowing Volcano Falls Barely Flowing Tufa Falls Barely Flowing Tokopah Falls Barely Flowing Cholollo Falls Moderate Salmon Creek Falls Moderate South Creek Falls Moderate Fossil Falls Low

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 91°F

Aft 91°F Sunny Best
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 92°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Camp Nelson

Updated 36 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Cholollo Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Salmon Creek Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 South Creek Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Fossil Falls Low · 12 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Marble Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Camp Nelson (1 waterfall)

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 Camp Nelson (2 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Camp Nelson

Cholollo Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

34.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

43.4 miles away
California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

42.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

25.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Ella Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Blue Canyon Falls waterfall

Blue Canyon Falls

34.3 miles away
California
Hard
4.0 miles 800 ft
Silver Spray Falls waterfall

Silver Spray Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Camp Nelson

Are there free waterfalls near Camp Nelson?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Camp Nelson, including Fossil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Camp Nelson?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Camp Nelson, including Fossil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Camp Nelson?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Camp Nelson, including Fossil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Camp Nelson?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Camp Nelson, including Fossil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Camp Nelson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Camp Nelson is Blue Canyon Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Camp Nelson?

The tallest waterfall near Camp Nelson is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Camp Nelson require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Camp Nelson requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Camp Nelson?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Camp Nelson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Camp Nelson?

The closest waterfall to Camp Nelson is Cholollo Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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