Waterfall Hikes Near Dunsmuir, CA

1,756 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dunsmuir? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dunsmuir. 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 41.2317°N, -122.2715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dunsmuir

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 24 gauged

10 waterfalls near Dunsmuir have live flow data today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing Coquette Falls Moderate Whitney Falls Moderate Crystal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Whiskeytown Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kickapoo Waterfall Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 70°F

Fri 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 70°F Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Dunsmuir

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Coquette Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Whitney Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Burney Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Pit River Falls Moderate · 1160 cfs 70th percentile
  5. 5 Johnson Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 32 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 720 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dunsmuir (4 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.

Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

16.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dunsmuir (13 waterfalls)

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

Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

14.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Dunsmuir

Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

9.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Young Falls waterfall

Young Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dunsmuir

Are there free waterfalls near Dunsmuir?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Dunsmuir, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dunsmuir?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Dunsmuir, including Burney Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dunsmuir?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dunsmuir, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunsmuir?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dunsmuir, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dunsmuir?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dunsmuir, including Canyon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dunsmuir?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dunsmuir is Ash Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dunsmuir?

The tallest waterfall near Dunsmuir is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dunsmuir require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dunsmuir?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Dunsmuir have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dunsmuir?

The closest waterfall to Dunsmuir is Mossbrae Falls, approximately 0.7 miles away.

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