Waterfall Hikes Near Knights Ferry, CA

72 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Knights Ferry? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Knights Ferry. 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 37.8199°N, -120.6704°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Knights Ferry

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Knights Ferry is flowing strongly today

Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades 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 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 89°F

Wed 90°F Sunny
Thu 89°F Sunny Best
Fri 90°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Sunny
Sun 94°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Knights Ferry

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Roaring · 27 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Preston Falls Barely Flowing · 147 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing · 198 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing · 218 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Knights Ferry (3 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Knights Ferry (4 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Knights Ferry

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

Jawbone Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Foresta Falls

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

Tueeulala Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

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

Chinquapin Falls

28.4 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Knights Ferry

Are there free waterfalls near Knights Ferry?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Knights Ferry, including Jawbone Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Knights Ferry?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Knights Ferry, including Foresta Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Knights Ferry?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Knights Ferry, including Little Nellie Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Knights Ferry?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Knights Ferry, including Foresta Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Knights Ferry?

The shortest waterfall hike near Knights Ferry is Chinquapin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Knights Ferry?

The tallest waterfall near Knights Ferry is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Knights Ferry require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Knights Ferry?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Knights Ferry have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Knights Ferry?

The closest waterfall to Knights Ferry is Finnegan Falls, approximately 31.6 miles away.

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