Waterfall Hikes Near Minden, NV

3,140 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Minden? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Minden. 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 38.9632°N, -119.7683°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Minden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 13 gauged

12 waterfalls near Minden have live flow data today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 83°F

Tod 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Minden

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Carson Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Llewellyn Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Wapama Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Minden (4 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

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

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Minden (9 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Minden

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

32.1 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Cascade Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

27.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

28.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Minden

Are there free waterfalls near Minden?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Minden, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Minden?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Minden, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Minden?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Minden, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Minden?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Minden, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Minden?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Minden?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Minden?

The tallest waterfall near Minden is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Minden require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Minden?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Minden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Minden?

The closest waterfall to Minden is Eagle Falls, approximately 15.1 miles away.

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