Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Don Pedro, CA

1,215 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Don Pedro? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Don Pedro. 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 37.6590°N, -120.3329°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Don Pedro

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 32 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro is flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls 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

Wednesday

Sunny · 88°F

Wed 88°F Sunny Best
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 88°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lake Don Pedro

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 Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing · 198 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Don Pedro (6 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
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Don Pedro (7 waterfalls)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Preston Falls

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

All 32 Waterfalls Near Lake Don Pedro

Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

28.4 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
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

38.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft

Jawbone Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

2.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

13.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

39 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

1.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Don Pedro

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Don Pedro?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Don Pedro, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Don Pedro?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake Don Pedro, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Don Pedro?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Don Pedro is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Don Pedro is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Don Pedro?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Lake Don Pedro have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Don Pedro?

The closest waterfall to Lake Don Pedro is Chinquapin Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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