Waterfall Hikes Near East Niles, CA

29,981 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Niles? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Niles. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.3683°N, -118.9225°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Niles

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near East Niles have live flow data today

Cholollo Falls Moderate Salmon Creek Falls Moderate South Creek Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate The Punch Bowl Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 99°F Sunny
Sat 96°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near East Niles

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cholollo Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 43rd percentile
  2. 2 Salmon Creek Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 43rd percentile
  3. 3 South Creek Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Jackson Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 36th percentile
  5. 5 The Punch Bowl Moderate · 4 cfs 36th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Niles (2 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

18.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

49.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near East Niles

Cholollo Falls

46.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

18.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

23.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

49.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Niles

Are there free waterfalls near East Niles?

There are 2 free waterfalls near East Niles, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Niles?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Niles, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Niles?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Niles, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Niles?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near East Niles, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Niles?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Niles is Cholollo Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Niles?

The tallest waterfall near East Niles is Salmon Creek Falls at 120 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Niles?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near East Niles have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Niles?

The closest waterfall to East Niles is Cholollo Falls, approximately 45.5 miles away.

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