Waterfall Hikes Near Mesa Vista, CA

246 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mesa Vista? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mesa Vista. 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 38.8102°N, -119.8033°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mesa Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 16 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Mesa Vista is flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 65°F Sunny
Sat 72°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny
Lab 73°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mesa Vista

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Eagle Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mesa Vista (5 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.

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mesa Vista (11 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Mesa Vista

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

14 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mesa Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Mesa Vista?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mesa Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mesa Vista?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Mesa Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mesa Vista?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mesa Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mesa Vista?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mesa Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mesa Vista?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mesa Vista, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mesa Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mesa Vista is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mesa Vista?

The tallest waterfall near Mesa Vista is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mesa Vista require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mesa Vista?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Mesa Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mesa Vista?

The closest waterfall to Mesa Vista is Horsetail Falls, approximately 14.5 miles away.

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