Waterfall Hikes Near Castro Valley, CA

65,444 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Castro Valley? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Castro Valley. 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 37.7088°N, -122.0626°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Castro Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

5 of 21 waterfalls near Castro Valley are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Low Cataract Falls Low Dawn Falls Low Finnegan Falls Strong Green Valley Falls Low Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 67°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 64°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
Sun 73°F Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 70°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Castro Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Finnegan Falls Strong · 1650 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Strong · 9 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Strong · 9 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Strong · 9 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Tehan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 Alamere Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Castro Valley (3 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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Castro Valley (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Castro Valley

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Castro Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Castro Valley?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Castro Valley, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Castro Valley?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Castro Valley, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Castro Valley?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Castro Valley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Castro Valley?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Castro Valley, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Castro Valley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Castro Valley, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Castro Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Castro Valley is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Castro Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Castro Valley is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Castro Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Castro Valley?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Castro Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Castro Valley?

The closest waterfall to Castro Valley is Tehan Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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