Waterfall Hikes Near El Sobrante, CA

12,127 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near El Sobrante? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of El Sobrante. 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 33.8724°N, -117.4624°W

Map of Waterfalls Near El Sobrante

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

2 of 9 waterfalls near El Sobrante are flowing strongly today

Andreas Falls Low Bonita Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing Middleman Falls Barely Flowing Monkeyface Falls Moderate San Antonio Falls Strong Wolfskill Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 85°F

Thu 83°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy

Fri 83°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Sat 85°F Sunny Best

Sun 88°F Sunny

Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Sunny

Wed 90°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near El Sobrante

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near El Sobrante (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.

San Antonio Falls

41.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around El Sobrante (5 waterfalls)

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

Bonita Falls

41 miles away

California

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near El Sobrante

Bonita Falls

41 miles away

California

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Middleman Falls

45.5 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

San Antonio Falls

41.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.4 miles 300 ft

Wolfskill Falls

41.6 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Hidden Heart Falls

9.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Monkeyface Falls

37 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Big Falls

21.5 miles away

California

Easy

0.7 miles 100 ft

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Sturtevant Falls

27.7 miles away

California

Moderate

3.3 miles 400 ft

Andreas Falls

17.2 miles away

California

Easy

1.6 miles 100 ft

Tahquitz Falls

21.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near El Sobrante

Are there easy waterfall hikes near El Sobrante?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near El Sobrante, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in El Sobrante?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near El Sobrante, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near El Sobrante?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near El Sobrante, including Andreas Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near El Sobrante?

The shortest waterfall hike near El Sobrante is Andreas Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near El Sobrante?

The tallest waterfall near El Sobrante is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near El Sobrante require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near El Sobrante require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around El Sobrante?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near El Sobrante have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to El Sobrante?

The closest waterfall to El Sobrante is Bonita Falls, approximately 19.3 miles away.

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