Waterfall Hikes Near Fish Springs, NV

549 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fish Springs? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fish Springs. 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 38.9536°N, -119.6511°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fish Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 11 gauged

10 waterfalls near Fish Springs have live flow data today

Carson Falls Low Llewellyn Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Low Sardine Falls Low Silver Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fish Springs

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 25th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 25th percentile
  6. 6 Carson Falls Low · 46 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fish Springs (4 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.

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

14.6 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fish Springs (9 waterfalls)

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

Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

26.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

9.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

Llewellyn Falls

30.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Fish Springs

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

14.6 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

45.7 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

10.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

26.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

9.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

Llewellyn Falls

30.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

17 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

37.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fish Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Fish Springs?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fish Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fish Springs?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Fish Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fish Springs?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fish Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fish Springs?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fish Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fish Springs?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fish Springs, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fish Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fish Springs is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fish Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Fish Springs is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fish Springs require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fish Springs require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fish Springs?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Fish Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fish Springs?

The closest waterfall to Fish Springs is Eagle Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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