Waterfall Hikes Near Gonzales, CA

8,581 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gonzales? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gonzales. 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 36.5055°N, -121.4427°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gonzales

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Water Flow

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9 waterfalls near Gonzales have live flow data today

McWay Falls Barely Flowing Pfeiffer Falls Barely Flowing Pine Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 68°F

Fri 76°F Sunny
Sat 68°F Sunny Best
Sun 71°F Sunny
Mon 76°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gonzales (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.

Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Gonzales

Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

42.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Black Rock Falls

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

Basin Falls

10.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Maple Falls

14.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gonzales

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gonzales?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Gonzales, including McWay Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gonzales?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Gonzales, including Maple Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gonzales?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gonzales, including Maple Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gonzales?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gonzales?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gonzales?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Gonzales have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gonzales?

The closest waterfall to Gonzales is Pine Falls, approximately 18.6 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Gonzales, California

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Sulphur Hot Spring

Sulphur Hot Spring

22.5 mi 100°F

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Sykes Hot Spring

22.7 mi

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Sargent Estate Warm Spring

26.3 mi 77°F

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