Waterfall Hikes Near Hayward, CA

160,602 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Hayward's waterfall map points across the bay and into the Santa Cruz Mountains. Berry Creek Falls in Big Basin is the pilgrimage, a 65 foot drop in the redwoods at the heart of a 10.5 mile day. Its neighbors Silver Falls and Golden Falls come cheaper at 1.5 and 2.5 miles, dogs allowed on both. Castle Rock Falls spills 80 feet off a sandstone rim after 1.2 miles of walking. Closer to home, Huntington Falls in Golden Gate Park makes a one mile loop. Twenty one falls sit within fifty miles.

Located at 37.6328°N, -122.0766°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hayward

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Hayward have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Hayward

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Alamere Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 810 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hayward (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

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

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hayward (8 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

All 21 Waterfalls Near Hayward

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 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
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 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
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Finnegan Falls

19.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 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
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hayward

Are there free waterfalls near Hayward?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Hayward, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hayward?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Hayward, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hayward?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hayward, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayward?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayward, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hayward?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Hayward, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hayward?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hayward is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hayward?

The tallest waterfall near Hayward is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hayward require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hayward?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Hayward have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hayward?

The closest waterfall to Hayward is Tehan Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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