Waterfall Hikes Near Grass Valley, CA

13,964 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grass Valley? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grass Valley. 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 39.2238°N, -121.0522°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grass Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 12 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Grass Valley is flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Moderate Hidden Falls Moderate Indian Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Strong The Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 87°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 92°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Sunny
Mon 77°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Grass Valley

Updated 21 minutes 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 The Falls Moderate · 6740 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Indian Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Grass Valley (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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Grass Valley (9 waterfalls)

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

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
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 12 Waterfalls Near Grass Valley

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
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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grass Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Grass Valley?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Grass Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grass Valley?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Grass Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grass Valley?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Grass Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grass Valley?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Grass Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Grass Valley?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Grass Valley, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grass Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Grass Valley is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Grass Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Grass Valley is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Grass Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grass Valley?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Grass Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grass Valley?

The closest waterfall to Grass Valley is Codfish Falls, approximately 15.2 miles away.

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