Waterfall Hikes Near El Granada, CA

5,651 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near El Granada? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of El Granada. 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 37.5134°N, -122.4657°W

Map of Waterfalls Near El Granada

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near El Granada have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Low Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Moderate

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near El Granada (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around El Granada (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near El Granada

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Tehan Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

42 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

15.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

10.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

10.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

10.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

32.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

10.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near El Granada

Are there free waterfalls near El Granada?

There are 7 free waterfalls near El Granada, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near El Granada?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near El Granada, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in El Granada?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near El Granada, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near El Granada?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near El Granada, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near El Granada?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near El Granada, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near El Granada?

The shortest waterfall hike near El Granada is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near El Granada?

The tallest waterfall near El Granada is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near El Granada require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around El Granada?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near El Granada have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to El Granada?

The closest waterfall to El Granada is Huntington Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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