Waterfall Hikes Near Merced, CA

160,638 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Merced? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Merced. 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 37.3057°N, -120.4779°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Merced

Find waterfalls to hike near Merced

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Merced (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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Merced (4 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

39.3 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Corlieu Falls waterfall

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Red Rock Falls waterfall

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Merced With Waterfalls

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

39.3 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Corlieu Falls waterfall

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Red Rock Falls waterfall

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Chinquapin Falls waterfall
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 350 ft

Finnegan Falls waterfall

Finnegan Falls

19.8 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Chilnualna Fall waterfall
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 8.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Foresta Falls waterfall
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

36.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 350 ft