Waterfall Hikes Near Goodyears Bar, CA

65 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Goodyears Bar? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Goodyears Bar. 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 39.5459°N, -120.8880°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Goodyears Bar

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 10 gauged

3 of 4 waterfalls near Goodyears Bar are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Indian Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 70°F Sunny
Lab 77°F Patchy Frost then Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 79°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Goodyears Bar

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls (historical) Low · 2490 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Goodyears Bar (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

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Goodyears Bar (8 waterfalls)

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

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Goodyears Bar

Hackmans Falls

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

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

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

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Goodyears Bar

Are there free waterfalls near Goodyears Bar?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Goodyears Bar, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Goodyears Bar?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Goodyears Bar?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Goodyears Bar, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Goodyears Bar?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Goodyears Bar, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Goodyears Bar?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Goodyears Bar?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Goodyears Bar?

The tallest waterfall near Goodyears Bar is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Goodyears Bar require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Goodyears Bar?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Goodyears Bar have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Goodyears Bar?

The closest waterfall to Goodyears Bar is Hackmans Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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