Waterfall Hikes Near Half Moon Bay, CA

11,633 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Half Moon Bay? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Half Moon 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 37.4685°N, -122.4382°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Half Moon Bay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Half Moon Bay have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Low Golden Falls Low Silver Falls Low Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Moderate Dawn Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Cloudy · 65°F

Tod 67°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 66°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Cloudy
Thu 64°F Cloudy
Fri 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Sun 64°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 65°F Cloudy Best

Flowing best right now near Half Moon Bay

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Dawn Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Half Moon 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

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

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Half Moon Bay

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

25.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Tehan Falls

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

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

29.2 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

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Basin Falls

13.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

13.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

14 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Half Moon Bay

Are there free waterfalls near Half Moon Bay?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Half Moon Bay, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Half Moon Bay?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Half Moon Bay, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Half Moon Bay?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Half Moon Bay, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Half Moon Bay?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Half Moon Bay, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Half Moon Bay?

The shortest waterfall hike near Half Moon Bay is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Half Moon Bay?

The tallest waterfall near Half Moon Bay is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Half Moon Bay require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Half Moon Bay?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Half Moon Bay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Half Moon Bay?

The closest waterfall to Half Moon Bay is Butano Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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