Waterfall Hikes Near Martinez, CA

37,093 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Martinez? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Martinez. 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 37.9985°N, -122.1161°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Martinez

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Martinez have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Low Golden Falls Low Silver Falls Low Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Linda Falls Low Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 83°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Partly Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Martinez

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Green Valley Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Cataract Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Martinez (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

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

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

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

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Martinez

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

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

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

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

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

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

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Martinez

Are there free waterfalls near Martinez?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Martinez?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Martinez?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Martinez?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Martinez?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Martinez?

The shortest waterfall hike near Martinez is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Martinez?

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

Do any waterfalls near Martinez require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Martinez?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Martinez have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Martinez?

The closest waterfall to Martinez is Green Valley Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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