Waterfall Hikes Near Larkspur, CA

12,969 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Larkspur? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Larkspur. 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 37.9393°N, -122.5312°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Larkspur

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

6 of 14 waterfalls near Larkspur are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Green Valley Falls Low Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny
Sat 69°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 74°F Sunny
Wed 72°F Sunny Best
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Larkspur

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Dawn Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Tehan Falls Strong · 6 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Butano Falls Strong · 9 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Golden Falls Strong · 9 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Strong · 9 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Larkspur (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Larkspur (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

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

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Larkspur

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

25.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Larkspur

Are there free waterfalls near Larkspur?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Larkspur, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Larkspur?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Larkspur, including Green Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Larkspur?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Larkspur, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Larkspur?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Larkspur?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Larkspur, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Larkspur?

The shortest waterfall hike near Larkspur is Alamere Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Larkspur?

The tallest waterfall near Larkspur is Berry Creek Falls at 65 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Larkspur require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Larkspur?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Larkspur have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Larkspur?

The closest waterfall to Larkspur is Dawn Falls, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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