Waterfall Hikes Near Menlo Park, CA

33,324 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Menlo Park? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Menlo Park. 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 37.4685°N, -122.1673°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Menlo Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Menlo Park have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 80°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 74°F Sunny
Mon 79°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Menlo Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Alamere Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Low · 1 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Finnegan Falls Low · 525 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Menlo Park (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

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

Silver Falls

44.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Menlo Park (8 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Menlo Park

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

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

Butano Falls

17.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 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

Tehan Falls

31.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

22.4 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

21.1 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
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
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Dawn Falls

28.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 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

Finnegan Falls

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

Alamere Falls

38.3 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Menlo Park

Are there free waterfalls near Menlo Park?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Menlo Park, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Menlo Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Menlo Park?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Menlo Park?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Menlo Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Menlo Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Menlo Park?

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

Do any waterfalls near Menlo Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Menlo Park?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Menlo Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Menlo Park?

The closest waterfall to Menlo Park is Castle Rock Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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