Waterfall Hikes Near Cartago, CA

68 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cartago? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cartago. 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 36.3123°N, -118.0261°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cartago

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 12 gauged

11 waterfalls near Cartago 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 Low Salmon Creek Falls Low South Creek Falls Low Fossil Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 92°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cartago (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.

Darwin Falls waterfall

Darwin Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Cartago

Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

43 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Darwin Falls waterfall

Darwin Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

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

South Creek Falls

10.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cholollo Falls

48.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

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

Marble Falls

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

Mist Falls

43.9 miles away
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cartago

Are there free waterfalls near Cartago?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Cartago, including Fossil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cartago?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Cartago, including Darwin Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cartago?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cartago?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cartago, including Darwin Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cartago?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cartago is Chagoopa Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cartago?

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

Do any waterfalls near Cartago require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cartago?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Cartago have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cartago?

The closest waterfall to Cartago is Volcano Falls, approximately 17.5 miles away.

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