Waterfall Hikes Near Mill Valley, CA

14,199 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mill Valley? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mill Valley. 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 37.9086°N, -122.5421°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mill Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

3 of 14 waterfalls near Mill Valley are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Linda Falls Moderate Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Sunny
Mon 76°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mill Valley

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Butano Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Golden Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Alamere Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Green Valley Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Tehan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mill Valley (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mill Valley (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Mill Valley

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

25.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mill Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Mill Valley?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Mill Valley, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mill Valley?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Mill Valley, including Green Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mill Valley?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mill Valley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mill Valley?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mill Valley, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mill Valley?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mill Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mill Valley is Alamere Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mill Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Mill Valley is Berry Creek Falls at 65 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mill Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mill Valley?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Mill Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mill Valley?

The closest waterfall to Mill Valley is Dawn Falls, approximately 2.3 miles away.

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