Waterfall Hikes Near Hat Creek, CA

71 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hat Creek? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hat Creek. 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 40.8101°N, -121.4809°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hat Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 20 gauged

2 of 3 waterfalls near Hat Creek are flowing strongly today

Burney Falls Strong Pit River Falls Strong Clover Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 81°F

Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Hat Creek

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Burney Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Pit River Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Clover Creek Falls Moderate · 25 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hat Creek (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.

Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

43.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Hat Creek

Pit River Falls waterfall

Pit River Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

43.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Young Falls waterfall

Young Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall

Kings Creek Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
2.3 miles 500 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

8.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lion Slide Falls

8.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

12.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

24.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Deadhorse Falls

30.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Lower Deer Creek Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

24.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

24 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

23.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hat Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Hat Creek?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Hat Creek, including Bluff Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hat Creek?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Hat Creek, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hat Creek?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hat Creek, including Bluff Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hat Creek?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hat Creek, including Bear Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hat Creek?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hat Creek, including Hatchet Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hat Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hat Creek is Bear Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hat Creek?

The tallest waterfall near Hat Creek is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hat Creek require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hat Creek?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Hat Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hat Creek?

The closest waterfall to Hat Creek is Pit River Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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