Waterfall Hikes Near Granite Bay, CA

22,180 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Granite Bay? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Granite Bay. 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 38.7601°N, -121.1714°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Granite Bay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 7 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Granite Bay is flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Strong

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 95°F Sunny
Wed 101°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Granite Bay

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Strong · 2540 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 41st percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Granite Bay (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.

Codfish Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Granite Bay (7 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Granite Bay

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Granite Bay

Are there free waterfalls near Granite Bay?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Granite Bay, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Granite Bay?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Granite Bay, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Granite Bay?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Granite Bay, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Granite Bay?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Granite Bay, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Granite Bay?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Granite Bay, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Granite Bay?

The shortest waterfall hike near Granite Bay is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Granite Bay?

The tallest waterfall near Granite Bay is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Granite Bay require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Granite Bay?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Granite Bay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Granite Bay?

The closest waterfall to Granite Bay is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 4.3 miles away.

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