Waterfall Hikes Near Colfax, CA

2,230 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Colfax? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Colfax. 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 39.0938°N, -120.9532°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Colfax

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 15 gauged

2 of 8 waterfalls near Colfax are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Indian Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Roaring The Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tod 92°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Wed 88°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Colfax

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Roaring · 5130 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Strong · 8980 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 52 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Colfax (5 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.

Codfish Falls

34.2 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Colfax (11 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Colfax

Codfish Falls

34.2 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Hackmans Falls

29.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

36.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

47 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Colfax

Are there free waterfalls near Colfax?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Colfax, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Colfax?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Colfax, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Colfax?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Colfax, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Colfax?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Colfax, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Colfax?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Colfax, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Colfax?

The shortest waterfall hike near Colfax is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Colfax?

The tallest waterfall near Colfax is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Colfax require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Colfax require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Colfax?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Colfax have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Colfax?

The closest waterfall to Colfax is Codfish Falls, approximately 4.8 miles away.

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