Waterfall Hikes Near East Sonora, CA

2,664 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Sonora? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Sonora. 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 37.9774°N, -120.3409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Sonora

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

2 of 36 waterfalls near East Sonora are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Low Chinquapin Falls Low Foresta Falls Low Little Nellie Falls Low Ribbon Fall Low Silver Strand Falls Low Wildcat Falls Low The Cascades Low Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Moderate Le Conte Falls Moderate Rancheria Falls Moderate White Cascade Moderate Waterwheel Falls Moderate Tuolumne Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Roaring Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 73°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Sonora (7 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.

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

33.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Sonora (8 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

29.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

41.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near East Sonora

Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

44.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

23.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

32 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

29.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

31.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

25.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

8.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

23.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

30.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

13 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

13.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

8.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Sonora

Are there free waterfalls near East Sonora?

There are 9 free waterfalls near East Sonora, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Sonora?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near East Sonora, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Sonora?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Sonora, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Sonora?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Sonora, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Sonora?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Sonora is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Sonora?

The tallest waterfall near East Sonora is Yosemite Falls at 2425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near East Sonora require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near East Sonora require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Sonora?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near East Sonora have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Sonora?

The closest waterfall to East Sonora is Jawbone Falls, approximately 17.1 miles away.

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