Waterfall Hikes Near La Honda, CA

1,422 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Honda? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Honda. 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 37.3182°N, -122.2651°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Honda

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

10 of 17 waterfalls near La Honda are flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Strong Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny · 67°F

Tod 64°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 66°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 67°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Mon 65°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Tue 67°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny Best
Wed 69°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Thu 69°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near La Honda

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Dawn Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Huntington Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Kent Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Tehan Falls Strong · 7 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near La Honda (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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

11.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around La Honda (7 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

11.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near La Honda

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

13.7 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

11.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

11.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

15 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.2 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

15.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Tehan Falls

18.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

19.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

19.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

20.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

23 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Honda

Are there free waterfalls near La Honda?

There are 6 free waterfalls near La Honda, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near La Honda?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near La Honda, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Honda?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Honda, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Honda?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Honda, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Honda?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Honda is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near La Honda?

The tallest waterfall near La Honda is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near La Honda require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Honda?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near La Honda have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Honda?

The closest waterfall to La Honda is Butano Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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