Waterfall Hikes Near Hornitos, CA

54 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hornitos? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hornitos. 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 37.5026°N, -120.2388°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hornitos

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 34 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Hornitos is flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Roaring Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 89°F

Wed 89°F Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Sunny
Ind 93°F Sunny
Sun 94°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Hornitos

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Roaring · 27 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing · 198 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Staircase Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hornitos (7 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.

Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hornitos (8 waterfalls)

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

Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Hornitos

Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

1.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

31.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

48.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

2.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

37.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

36.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hornitos

Are there free waterfalls near Hornitos?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Hornitos, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hornitos?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Hornitos, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hornitos?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hornitos, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hornitos?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hornitos, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hornitos?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Hornitos, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hornitos?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hornitos is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hornitos?

The tallest waterfall near Hornitos is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hornitos require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Hornitos require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hornitos?

Yes, 33 waterfalls near Hornitos have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hornitos?

The closest waterfall to Hornitos is Chinquapin Falls, approximately 28.4 miles away.

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