Waterfall Hikes Near Lee Vining, CA

594 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lee Vining? There are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lee Vining. 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 37.9546°N, -119.1221°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lee Vining

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 50 gauged

41 of 45 waterfalls near Lee Vining are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Strong Chilnualna Fall Strong Chinquapin Falls Strong Foresta Falls Strong Little Nellie Falls Strong Ribbon Fall Strong Silver Strand Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Bunnell Cascade Roaring Illilouette Falls Roaring Lehamite Falls Roaring Lower Yosemite Fall Roaring Nevada Fall Roaring Pywiack Cascade Roaring Royal Arch Cascade Roaring Sentinel Fall Roaring Silver Apron Roaring Yosemite Falls Roaring Vernal Fall Roaring Upper Yosemite Falls Roaring Staircase Falls Roaring Snow Creek Falls Roaring California Falls Roaring Le Conte Falls Roaring Rancheria Falls Roaring White Cascade Roaring Waterwheel Falls Roaring Tuolumne Falls Roaring Carson Falls Roaring Llewellyn Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Roaring Sardine Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Lower Rainbow Falls Roaring Minaret Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Preston Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 70°F

Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 73°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Sunny
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 70°F Sunny
Sun 70°F Sunny Best
Mon 75°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lee Vining (11 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.

Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

2.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 50 Waterfalls Near Lee Vining

Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

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

Yosemite Falls

47.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

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

Staircase Falls

31.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

31 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

30.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

29.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

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

Bridalveil Fall

47.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

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

Preston Falls

29.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

44.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

8.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

44.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

8.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jawbone Falls waterfall

Jawbone Falls

19.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Camino Falls

49 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lee Vining

Are there free waterfalls near Lee Vining?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Lee Vining, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lee Vining?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Lee Vining, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lee Vining?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lee Vining, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lee Vining?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lee Vining, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lee Vining?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lee Vining, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lee Vining?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lee Vining is Angel Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lee Vining?

The tallest waterfall near Lee Vining is Yosemite Falls at 2425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lee Vining require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Lee Vining require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lee Vining?

Yes, 50 waterfalls near Lee Vining have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lee Vining?

The closest waterfall to Lee Vining is White Cascade, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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