Waterfall Hikes Near Livermore, CA

87,154 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Livermore? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Livermore. 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 37.6868°N, -121.7607°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Livermore

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

3 of 19 waterfalls near Livermore are flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Low Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Moderate Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 76°F

Sun 76°F Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Livermore

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 529 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Low · 1 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Livermore (3 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.

All 19 Waterfalls Near Livermore

Tehan Falls

31.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

48.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Basin Falls

20.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

15.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

21.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

22.4 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

25.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Butano Falls

17.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

28.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

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

Berry Creek Falls

22.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Livermore

Are there free waterfalls near Livermore?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Livermore, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Livermore?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Livermore, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Livermore?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Livermore?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Livermore, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Livermore?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Livermore?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Livermore?

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

Do any waterfalls near Livermore require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Livermore?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Livermore have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Livermore?

The closest waterfall to Livermore is Tehan Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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