Waterfall Hikes Near Johnson Park, CA

761 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Johnson Park? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Johnson Park. 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 40.9212°N, -121.6295°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Johnson Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 23 gauged

3 waterfalls near Johnson Park have live flow data today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 71°F

Fri 74°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny
Sat 66°F Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Johnson Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Burney Falls Moderate · 921 cfs 46th percentile
  2. 2 Pit River Falls Moderate · 921 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Johnson Park (5 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.

Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

43.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Johnson Park (13 waterfalls)

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

Lion Slide Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Johnson Park

Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

43.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Pit River Falls waterfall

Pit River Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Lion Slide Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

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

Young Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

32.9 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

31.8 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall

Kings Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
2.3 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

16.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Deadhorse Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Lower Deer Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Johnson Park

Are there free waterfalls near Johnson Park?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Johnson Park, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Johnson Park?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Johnson Park, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Johnson Park?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Johnson Park, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Johnson Park?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Johnson Park, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Johnson Park?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Johnson Park, including Hatchet Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Johnson Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Johnson Park is Ash Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Johnson Park?

The tallest waterfall near Johnson Park is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Johnson Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Johnson Park?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Johnson Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Johnson Park?

The closest waterfall to Johnson Park is Burney Falls, approximately 5.4 miles away.

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