Waterfall Hikes Near East Nicolaus, CA

163 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Nicolaus? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Nicolaus. 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 38.9100°N, -121.5443°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Nicolaus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 6 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near East Nicolaus are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Tod 76°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near East Nicolaus

Updated 29 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Moderate · 6720 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Nicolaus (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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Nicolaus (5 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near East Nicolaus

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Nicolaus

Are there free waterfalls near East Nicolaus?

There are 3 free waterfalls near East Nicolaus, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Nicolaus?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near East Nicolaus, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Nicolaus?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Nicolaus, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Nicolaus?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Nicolaus, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Nicolaus?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near East Nicolaus, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Nicolaus?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Nicolaus is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Nicolaus?

The tallest waterfall near East Nicolaus is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near East Nicolaus require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Nicolaus?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near East Nicolaus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Nicolaus?

The closest waterfall to East Nicolaus is Hidden Falls, approximately 18.3 miles away.

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