Waterfall Hikes Near Midpines, CA

183 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Midpines? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Midpines. 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 37.5524°N, -119.9289°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Midpines

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 44 gauged

39 waterfalls near Midpines have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Low Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Sardine Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 80°F Sunny
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Midpines

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Low · 8 cfs 22nd percentile
  2. 2 Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing · 391 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 California Falls Barely Flowing · 391 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing · 391 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing · 391 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing · 391 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Midpines (10 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.

Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Midpines (14 waterfalls)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Midpines

Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

31.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

48.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

2.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft

Camino Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

37.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

36.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

23.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.7 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

30 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

32.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Midpines

Are there free waterfalls near Midpines?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Midpines, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Midpines?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Midpines, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Midpines?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Midpines, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Midpines?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Midpines, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Midpines?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Midpines, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Midpines?

The shortest waterfall hike near Midpines is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Midpines?

The tallest waterfall near Midpines is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Midpines require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Midpines require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Midpines?

Yes, 44 waterfalls near Midpines have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Midpines?

The closest waterfall to Midpines is Chinquapin Falls, approximately 12.9 miles away.

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