Waterfall Hikes Near Freedom, CA

3,360 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Freedom? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Freedom. 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 36.9403°N, -121.7953°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Freedom

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Freedom have live flow data today

Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Low Golden Falls Low Silver Falls Low Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing McWay Falls Moderate Pfeiffer Falls Moderate Pine Falls Moderate Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 66°F

Tod 72°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Wed 68°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 66°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 68°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 69°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 70°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Freedom

Updated 42 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 McWay Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Pfeiffer Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Pine Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Butano Falls Low · 4 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Freedom (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Freedom (3 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Freedom

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

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

Upper Falls

13.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Basin Falls

13.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Maple Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 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
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Pine Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

26 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Freedom

Are there free waterfalls near Freedom?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Freedom, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Freedom?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Freedom, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Freedom?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Freedom, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Freedom?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Freedom, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Freedom?

The shortest waterfall hike near Freedom is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Freedom?

The tallest waterfall near Freedom is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Freedom require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Freedom?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Freedom have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Freedom?

The closest waterfall to Freedom is Triple Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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