Waterfall Hikes Near Merced, CA

160,638 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Merced? Luckily, there are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Merced, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown 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 (11 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

Corlieu Falls

19.5 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Merced (7 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

25.4 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

19.5 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

18.1 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Merced With Waterfalls

Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

10.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 7.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 2700 ft

Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

57.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

59.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

27.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

56.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

29 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 5.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

29.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

31.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

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