Waterfall Hikes Near Herald, CA

1,050 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Herald? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Herald. 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 38.2913°N, -121.2318°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Herald

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Herald have live flow data today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Low Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 89°F

Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Sunny Best
Ind 92°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Herald

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 3970 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Green Valley Falls Low · 6 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 7th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 7th percentile
  5. 5 Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing · 870 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Herald (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Herald (4 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Herald

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Herald

Are there free waterfalls near Herald?

There is 1 free waterfall near Herald, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Herald?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Herald, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Herald?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Herald, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Herald?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Herald, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Herald?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Herald, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Herald?

The shortest waterfall hike near Herald is Codfish Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Herald require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Herald?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Herald have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Herald?

The closest waterfall to Herald is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 29.7 miles away.

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