Waterfall Hikes Near Indianola, CA

717 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Indianola? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Indianola. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.8133°N, -124.0808°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Indianola

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Indianola have live flow data today

Burnt Ranch Falls Moderate Gray Falls Moderate Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 4 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Wed 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 71°F Partly Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 68°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Indianola

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing · 531 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Gray Falls Barely Flowing · 531 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Indianola (2 waterfalls)

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

Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Indianola

Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

32.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Indianola

Are there free waterfalls near Indianola?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Indianola, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Indianola?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Indianola, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Indianola?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Indianola, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Indianola?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Indianola, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Indianola?

The shortest waterfall hike near Indianola is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Indianola?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Indianola have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Indianola?

The closest waterfall to Indianola is Burnt Ranch Falls, approximately 26.2 miles away.

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