Waterfall Hikes Near Diablo, CA

772 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Diablo? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Diablo. 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 37.8408°N, -121.9565°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Diablo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

1 of 21 waterfalls near Diablo is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 77°F

Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Sunny Best
Fri 83°F Sunny
Ind 84°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Diablo

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Strong · 2 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Huntington Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 33rd percentile
  6. 6 Kent Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 33rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Diablo (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Diablo (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 Diablo

Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Diablo

Are there free waterfalls near Diablo?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Diablo, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Diablo?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Diablo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Diablo?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Diablo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Diablo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Diablo?

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

Do any waterfalls near Diablo require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Diablo?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Diablo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Diablo?

The closest waterfall to Diablo is Tehan Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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