Waterfall Hikes Near Desert View Highlands, CA

3,275 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Desert View Highlands? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Desert View Highlands. 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 34.5903°N, -118.1535°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Desert View Highlands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Desert View Highlands have live flow data today

Bonita Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate The Punch Bowl Moderate Middleman Falls Moderate San Antonio Falls Moderate Wolfskill Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 84°F

Thu 84°F Sunny Best
Fri 89°F Sunny
Ind 90°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Desert View Highlands

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bonita Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 The Punch Bowl Moderate · 7 cfs 31st percentile
  4. 4 San Antonio Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Wolfskill Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Middleman Falls Low · 5 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Desert View Highlands (1 waterfall)

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.

San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

31.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Desert View Highlands (4 waterfalls)

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

Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

45.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bonita Falls

24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Desert View Highlands

Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

31.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
Wolfskill Falls waterfall

Wolfskill Falls

22.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

31.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

46.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

45.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bonita Falls

24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Middleman Falls

32 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Desert View Highlands

Are there free waterfalls near Desert View Highlands?

There is 1 free waterfall near Desert View Highlands, including The Punch Bowl.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Desert View Highlands?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Desert View Highlands, including San Antonio Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Desert View Highlands?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Desert View Highlands, including Bonita Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Desert View Highlands?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Desert View Highlands, including Bonita Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Desert View Highlands?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Desert View Highlands, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Desert View Highlands?

The shortest waterfall hike near Desert View Highlands is Bonita Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Desert View Highlands?

The tallest waterfall near Desert View Highlands is Bonita Falls at 160 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Desert View Highlands require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Desert View Highlands require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Desert View Highlands?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Desert View Highlands have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Desert View Highlands?

The closest waterfall to Desert View Highlands is Sturtevant Falls, approximately 24.2 miles away.

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