Waterfall Hikes Near Day Valley, CA

3,252 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Day Valley? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Day 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 37.0255°N, -121.8559°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Day Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

4 of 14 waterfalls near Day Valley are flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Pfeiffer Falls Barely Flowing Pine Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Sat 62°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Sun 68°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 66°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 64°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 65°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 69°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Day Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tehan Falls Strong · 6 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Strong · 9 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Strong · 9 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Strong · 9 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Day 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Day Valley (3 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Day Valley

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 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
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 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
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

36.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

40 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Day Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Day Valley?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Day Valley, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Day Valley?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Day Valley?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Day Valley, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Day Valley?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Day Valley, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Day Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Day Valley is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Day Valley?

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

Do any waterfalls near Day Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Day Valley?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Day Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Day Valley?

The closest waterfall to Day Valley is Fiver Finger Falls, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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