Waterfall Hikes Near Mineral, CA

77 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mineral? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mineral. 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 40.3755°N, -121.5694°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mineral

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 20 gauged

4 waterfalls near Mineral have live flow data today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing Indian Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 64°F

Tod 60°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 51°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 59°F Sunny
Mon 64°F Sunny Best
Tue 65°F Sunny
Wed 64°F Sunny
Thu 63°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mineral

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Burney Falls Moderate · 928 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Pit River Falls Moderate · 928 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Indian Falls Barely Flowing · 44 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mineral (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.

Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

31.8 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mineral (13 waterfalls)

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

Deadhorse Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Lower Deer Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Mineral

Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

31.8 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

32.9 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall

Kings Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
2.3 miles 500 ft

Deadhorse Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Lower Deer Creek Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Deer Creek Falls waterfall

Deer Creek Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pit River Falls waterfall

Pit River Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

43.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lion Slide Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

34 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Young Falls waterfall

Young Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mineral

Are there free waterfalls near Mineral?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Mineral, including Bluff Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mineral?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Mineral, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mineral?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mineral, including Bluff Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mineral?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mineral, including Bear Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mineral?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mineral, including Hatchet Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mineral?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mineral is Bear Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mineral?

The tallest waterfall near Mineral is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mineral require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mineral?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Mineral have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mineral?

The closest waterfall to Mineral is Bluff Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.

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