Waterfall Hikes Near King City, CA

13,471 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near King City? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of King City. 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 36.2164°N, -121.1330°W

Map of Waterfalls Near King City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near King City have live flow data today

McWay Falls Barely Flowing Pfeiffer Falls Barely Flowing Pine Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 80°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 77°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 80°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Ind 84°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 82°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near King City

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McWay Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Pfeiffer Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Pine Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Three Troughs Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near King City (2 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.

McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

36.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near King City

McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

40 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Three Troughs Falls waterfall

Three Troughs Falls

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

Pfeiffer Falls

36.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near King City

Are there easy waterfall hikes near King City?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near King City, including McWay Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near King City?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near King City, including McWay Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near King City?

The shortest waterfall hike near King City is McWay Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near King City?

The tallest waterfall near King City is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around King City?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near King City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to King City?

The closest waterfall to King City is McWay Falls, approximately 25.6 miles away.

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