Waterfall Hikes Near Hollister, CA

42,093 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hollister? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hollister. 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 36.8555°N, -121.3986°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hollister

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

4 of 11 waterfalls near Hollister are flowing strongly today

Castle Rock Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low McWay Falls Roaring Pfeiffer Falls Roaring Pine Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Sunny Best
Sat 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 74°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 77°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 79°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Hollister

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 McWay Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Pfeiffer Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Pine Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Finnegan Falls Low · 627 cfs 18th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hollister (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hollister (1 waterfall)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Hollister

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

19.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

15.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

23.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

19.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Finnegan Falls

27.3 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hollister

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hollister?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hollister?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Hollister, including Maple Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hollister?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hollister, including Castle Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hollister?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hollister is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hollister?

The tallest waterfall near Hollister is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hollister?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Hollister have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hollister?

The closest waterfall to Hollister is Triple Falls, approximately 27.6 miles away.

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