Waterfall Hikes Near Fairview, CA

10,583 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairview? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairview. 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 37.6758°N, -122.0473°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairview

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Fairview have live flow data today

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

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 78°F Sunny
Wed 76°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 71°F Partly Sunny
Fri 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 69°F Partly Sunny
Mon 68°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fairview

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Green Valley Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 704 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairview (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairview (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Fairview

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Kent Falls

25.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Finnegan Falls

19.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Basin Falls

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

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

13.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

14 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairview

Are there free waterfalls near Fairview?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fairview, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairview?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairview?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairview?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairview?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairview?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairview?

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

Do any waterfalls near Fairview require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairview?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Fairview have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairview?

The closest waterfall to Fairview is Tehan Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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