Waterfall Hikes Near Dunsmuir, CA
within 50 miles
Dunsmuir is a railroad town on the upper Sacramento, and Mossbrae Falls is why waterfall people know the name, a wide spring fed curtain reached by a 1.2 mile route. The McCloud River falls wait one drainage east; Middle Falls takes a mile and a half of walking and allows swimming below. Faery Falls on Ney Springs Creek drops 50 feet. Ash Creek Falls pours 290 feet off the flank of Mount Shasta, four miles in. Twenty four falls sit inside the fifty mile circle.
Map of Waterfalls Near Dunsmuir
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Water Flow
2 of 10 waterfalls near Dunsmuir are flowing strongly today
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Best Day to Hike
Monday
Partly Sunny · 80°F
Flowing best right now near Dunsmuir
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Burney Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 84th percentile
- 2 Pit River Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 84th percentile
- 3 Clover Creek Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 60th percentile
- 4 Crystal Creek Falls Moderate · 438 cfs 44th percentile
- 5 Whiskeytown Falls Moderate · 438 cfs 44th percentile
- 6 Coquette Falls Low · 60 cfs 13th 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.
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dunsmuir (13 waterfalls)
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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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