Waterfall Hikes Near La Cresta, CA

8,468 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Cresta? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Cresta. 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 35.3972°N, -118.9892°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Cresta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near La Cresta are flowing strongly today

Cholollo Falls Roaring Salmon Creek Falls Roaring South Creek Falls Roaring Jackson Falls Moderate The Punch Bowl Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 85°F Sunny Best
Sat 88°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 91°F Partly Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near La Cresta

Updated about 2 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
  4. 4 Jackson Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 The Punch Bowl Moderate · 4 cfs 56th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around La Cresta (2 waterfalls)

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

The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near La Cresta

Cholollo Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

44.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Cresta

Are there free waterfalls near La Cresta?

There are 2 free waterfalls near La Cresta, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Cresta?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Cresta, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Cresta?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Cresta, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near La Cresta?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near La Cresta, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Cresta?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near La Cresta?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Cresta?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near La Cresta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Cresta?

The closest waterfall to La Cresta is Cholollo Falls, approximately 46.9 miles away.

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