Waterfall Hikes Near Los Angeles, CA

11,922,389 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Nearly every waterfall on the Los Angeles page hangs in the San Gabriels. The Punch Bowl makes the biggest outing, seven and a half miles round trip, with swimming at the destination and the dog invited. Sturtevant Falls pours fifty feet at the head of Santa Anita Canyon, behind roughly three and a quarter miles of walking. San Antonio Falls sits off the Baldy road, an easy 1.4 miles to a 75 foot cascade. Bonita Falls stands taller still at 160 feet. Middleman Falls remains mostly a rumor, listed without numbers.

Located at 34.1141°N, -118.4068°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Los Angeles

Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.

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3 of 7 waterfalls near Los Angeles are flowing strongly today

Bonita Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Roaring The Punch Bowl Roaring Middleman Falls Roaring San Antonio Falls Moderate Wolfskill Falls Moderate

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Los Angeles (1 waterfall)

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.

San Antonio Falls

40.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Los Angeles (4 waterfalls)

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

Sturtevant Falls

21.2 miles away

California

Moderate

3.3 miles 400 ft

LiDAR

Bonita Falls

43.8 miles away

California

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

The Punch Bowl

44.4 miles away

California

Moderate

7.5 miles Unknown

All 7 Waterfalls Near Los Angeles

Sturtevant Falls

21.2 miles away

California

Moderate

3.3 miles 400 ft

Wolfskill Falls

30.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

San Antonio Falls

40.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.4 miles 300 ft

LiDAR

Bonita Falls

43.8 miles away

California

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

The Punch Bowl

44.4 miles away

California

Moderate

7.5 miles Unknown

Jackson Falls

44.6 miles away

California

Moderate

2.5 miles 400 ft

LiDAR

Middleman Falls

48.3 miles away

California

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

🧭 Day Trips From Los Angeles (13 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)

Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Los Angeles. Make a day of it and 13 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Rose Valley Falls, about 53 miles away, and the tallest is Big Falls at 500 ft.

Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Los Angeles; the drive is usually longer.

Rose Valley Falls

52.8 miles away

California

Easy

0.8 miles 200 ft

LiDAR

Monkeyface Falls

62.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Big Falls

65.3 miles away

California

Easy

0.7 miles 100 ft

Silverwood Falls

69.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Tangerine Falls

70.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.5 miles 900 ft

Wellhouse Falls

78.7 miles away

California

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Hidden Heart Falls

82.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

LiDAR

Sisquoc Falls

86.7 miles away

California

Hard

Unknown Unknown

Salmon Creek Falls

88.9 miles away

California

Easy

0.3 miles Unknown

Andreas Falls

93.1 miles away

California

Easy

1.6 miles 100 ft

Tahquitz Falls

93.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 350 ft

South Creek Falls

94.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Showing the 12 closest of 13. For the rest, browse California waterfalls.

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Los Angeles

Are there free waterfalls near Los Angeles?

There is 1 free waterfall near Los Angeles, including The Punch Bowl.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Los Angeles?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Los Angeles, including San Antonio Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Los Angeles?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Los Angeles, including Bonita Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Los Angeles?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Los Angeles, including Bonita Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Los Angeles?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Los Angeles, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Los Angeles?

The shortest waterfall hike near Los Angeles is Bonita Falls at 1.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Los Angeles?

The tallest waterfall near Los Angeles is Bonita Falls at 160 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Los Angeles require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Los Angeles require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Los Angeles?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Los Angeles have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Los Angeles?

The closest waterfall to Los Angeles is Sturtevant Falls, approximately 21.2 miles away.

What waterfalls are within a day trip of Los Angeles?

Beyond the 7 waterfalls within 50 miles, 13 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Los Angeles. The closest of those is Rose Valley Falls, approximately 52.8 miles away.