Waterfall Hikes Near Forbestown, CA

372 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Forbestown? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Forbestown. 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 39.5300°N, -121.2689°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Forbestown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 13 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Forbestown is flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Indian Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Strong The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 73°F Sunny
Sat 66°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 72°F Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 76°F Sunny
Thu 75°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Forbestown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Strong · 3970 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Moderate · 8190 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Indian Falls Barely Flowing · 44 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 138 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 138 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Forbestown (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.

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

15 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Forbestown (10 waterfalls)

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

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Forbestown

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Hackmans Falls

17 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

15 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

11 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

10.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

34 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Lower Deer Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Forbestown

Are there free waterfalls near Forbestown?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Forbestown, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Forbestown?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Forbestown, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Forbestown?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Forbestown, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Forbestown?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Forbestown, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Forbestown?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Forbestown, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Forbestown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Forbestown is Codfish Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Forbestown?

The tallest waterfall near Forbestown is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Forbestown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Forbestown?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Forbestown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Forbestown?

The closest waterfall to Forbestown is Feather Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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