Waterfall Hikes Near Mono Vista, CA

3,620 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mono Vista? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mono Vista. 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 38.0123°N, -120.2697°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mono Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 42 gauged

1 of 41 waterfalls near Mono Vista is flowing strongly 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 Cascade Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Strong Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 89°F Patchy Smoke
Wed 85°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 77°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mono Vista

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Preston Falls Strong · 120 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Sawyier Falls Strong · 8 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Horsetail Falls Strong · 8 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Sardine Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mono Vista (8 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.

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mono Vista (12 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

21.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

All 42 Waterfalls Near Mono Vista

Jawbone Falls

24 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

21.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Wapama Falls

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

Rancheria Falls

26.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Foresta Falls

19.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

21.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

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

Chinquapin Falls

48 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

California Falls

16.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

24.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

22.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

27.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

27.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mono Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Mono Vista?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Mono Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mono Vista?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Mono Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mono Vista?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mono Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mono Vista?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mono Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mono Vista?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mono Vista?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mono Vista?

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

Do any waterfalls near Mono Vista require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Mono Vista require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mono Vista?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Mono Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mono Vista?

The closest waterfall to Mono Vista is Jawbone Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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