Waterfall Hikes Near Dublin, CA

71,068 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dublin? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dublin. 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 37.7161°N, -121.8963°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dublin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

7 of 20 waterfalls near Dublin are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 74°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 75°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Dublin

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Dawn Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Huntington Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Kent Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dublin (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dublin (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Dublin

Tehan Falls

18.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

27.3 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

15.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

19.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

20.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

46.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

13.7 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

23 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

11.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

11.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

15 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

31 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dublin

Are there free waterfalls near Dublin?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dublin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dublin?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dublin?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dublin?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dublin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Dublin?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dublin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dublin?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Dublin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dublin?

The closest waterfall to Dublin is Tehan Falls, approximately 3.9 miles away.

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