Waterfall Hikes Near Keene, CA

404 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Keene? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Keene. 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 35.2335°N, -118.6098°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Keene

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 of 3 waterfalls near Keene are flowing strongly today

Cholollo Falls Roaring Salmon Creek Falls Roaring South Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Chance Light Rain
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Keene

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cholollo Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Salmon Creek Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 South Creek Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 99th percentile

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

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Keene

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Cholollo Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Keene

Are there free waterfalls near Keene?

There is 1 free waterfall near Keene, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Keene?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Keene, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Keene?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Keene, including Salmon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Keene?

The shortest waterfall hike near Keene is Cholollo Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Keene?

The tallest waterfall near Keene is Salmon Creek Falls at 120 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Keene?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Keene have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Keene?

The closest waterfall to Keene is Salmon Creek Falls, approximately 40.4 miles away.

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