Waterfall Hikes Near Coulterville, CA

25 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Coulterville? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Coulterville. 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 37.7123°N, -120.1967°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Coulterville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 37 gauged

1 of 33 waterfalls near Coulterville is flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Roaring Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 83°F

Wed 83°F Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Ind 88°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Coulterville

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Roaring · 27 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Preston Falls Barely Flowing · 147 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Coulterville (6 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.

Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Coulterville (7 waterfalls)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Coulterville

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

28.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

38.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft

Jawbone Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

2.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

39 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

1.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

31.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

48.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Coulterville

Are there free waterfalls near Coulterville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Coulterville, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Coulterville?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Coulterville, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Coulterville?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Coulterville, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Coulterville?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Coulterville, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Coulterville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Coulterville, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Coulterville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Coulterville is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Coulterville?

The tallest waterfall near Coulterville is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Coulterville require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Coulterville require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Coulterville?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Coulterville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Coulterville?

The closest waterfall to Coulterville is Little Nellie Falls, approximately 17.8 miles away.

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