Waterfall Hikes Near Litchfield, CA

134 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Litchfield? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Litchfield. 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 40.3877°N, -120.3807°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Litchfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 6 gauged

2 waterfalls near Litchfield have live flow data today

Indian Falls Low Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 100°F Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Thu 100°F Patchy Smoke
Fri 102°F Sunny Best
Sat 101°F Sunny
Sun 99°F Sunny
Mon 97°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Litchfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Low · 20 cfs 20th percentile
  2. 2 Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 102 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Litchfield (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.

Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Litchfield (3 waterfalls)

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

Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Litchfield

Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

19.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall

Kings Creek Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
2.3 miles 500 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Litchfield

Are there free waterfalls near Litchfield?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Litchfield, including Frazier Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Litchfield?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Litchfield, including Frazier Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Litchfield?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Litchfield, including Frazier Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Litchfield?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Litchfield, including Fern Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Litchfield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Litchfield, including Indian Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Litchfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Litchfield is Fern Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Litchfield?

The tallest waterfall near Litchfield is Frazier Falls at 176 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Litchfield?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Litchfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Litchfield?

The closest waterfall to Litchfield is Indian Falls, approximately 40.5 miles away.

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