Waterfall Hikes Near East Porterville, CA

5,424 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Porterville? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Porterville. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.0581°N, -118.9749°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Porterville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 9 gauged

8 waterfalls near East Porterville have live flow data today

Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing Marble Falls Barely Flowing Volcano Falls Barely Flowing Tufa Falls Barely Flowing Tokopah Falls Barely Flowing Cholollo Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Creek Falls Barely Flowing South Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 92°F

Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Sunny Best
Ind 96°F Sunny
Sun 98°F Sunny
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near East Porterville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Cholollo Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Marble Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Volcano Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Tufa Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Porterville (1 waterfall)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near East Porterville

Cholollo Falls

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

South Creek Falls

39.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ella Falls

34.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

12.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

24.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Porterville

Are there free waterfalls near East Porterville?

There is 1 free waterfall near East Porterville, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Porterville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near East Porterville, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Porterville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Porterville, including Marble Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Porterville?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Porterville is Chagoopa Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Porterville?

The tallest waterfall near East Porterville is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near East Porterville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Porterville?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near East Porterville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Porterville?

The closest waterfall to East Porterville is Cholollo Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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