Waterfall Hikes Near Mono City, CA

223 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mono City? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mono City. 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 38.0321°N, -119.1474°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mono City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 48 gauged

45 waterfalls near Mono City have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate 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 Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Horsetail Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Moderate Minaret Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 77°F Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mono City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snow Creek Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Staircase Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Vernal Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Apron Moderate · 31 cfs 59th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mono City (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mono City (18 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Mono City

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

16 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

16.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

Waterwheel Falls

16.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

16.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

19 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Twin Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

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

Rancheria Falls

26.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Wapama Falls

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

Snow Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Nevada Fall

43.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

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

Silver Apron

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mono City

Are there free waterfalls near Mono City?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Mono City, including Carson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mono City?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mono City?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mono City, including Carson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mono City?

There are 38 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mono City, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mono City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mono City is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mono City?

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

Do any waterfalls near Mono City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mono City?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Mono City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mono City?

The closest waterfall to Mono City is Horsetail Falls, approximately 15.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Mono City, California

Unnamed Spring Mono County 5

Unnamed Spring Mono County 5

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Hot Spring

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Paoha Island Springs

7.0 mi 181°F

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Unnamed Spring Mono County 6

Unnamed Spring Mono County 6

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Warm Spring

9.6 mi 77°F

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Mono Basin Warm Springs

Mono Basin Warm Springs

10.4 mi 88°F

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