Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Jones, CA

618 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Jones? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Jones. 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 41.6086°N, -122.8409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Jones

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 15 gauged

12 waterfalls near Fort Jones have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Chocolate Falls Moderate Coquette Falls Moderate Whitney Falls Moderate Ishi Pishi Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Creek Falls Low Kickapoo Waterfall Barely Flowing Loretta Falls Barely Flowing Wilderness Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 71°F

Tod 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 67°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fort Jones

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Coquette Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Whitney Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Chocolate Falls Low · 3 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Loretta Falls Low · 63 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Wilderness Falls Low · 63 cfs 18th percentile
  6. 6 Johnson Creek Falls Low · 33 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Jones (2 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.

Ponytail Falls waterfall

Ponytail Falls

30.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Jones (7 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Fort Jones

Johnson Creek Falls waterfall

Johnson Creek Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Ponytail Falls waterfall

Ponytail Falls

30.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

Chocolate Falls

47.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

14.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Coquette Falls

16.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

48.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ash Creek Falls waterfall

Ash Creek Falls

11.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

5.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Loretta Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Jones

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Jones?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Fort Jones, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Jones?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Jones, including Faery Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Jones?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Jones, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Jones?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Jones, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Jones?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fort Jones, including Canyon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Jones?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Jones is Ash Creek Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Jones?

The tallest waterfall near Fort Jones is Ash Creek Falls at 290 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fort Jones require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Jones?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Fort Jones have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Jones?

The closest waterfall to Fort Jones is Johnson Creek Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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