Waterfall Hikes Near Montecito, CA

8,529 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montecito? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montecito. 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 34.4384°N, -119.6309°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montecito

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Montecito have live flow data today

Jackson Falls Low The Punch Bowl Low Nojoqui Falls Moderate Rose Valley Falls Barely Flowing Sisquoc Falls Moderate Wellhouse Falls Barely Flowing Tangerine Falls Moderate

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Sat 73°F Partly Sunny
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 69°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 65°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Montecito

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Sisquoc Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 The Punch Bowl Moderate · 7 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Tangerine Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Nojoqui Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Rose Valley Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montecito (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.

Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

29.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montecito (4 waterfalls)

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

Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

18.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

18.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Montecito

Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

18.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft
Wellhouse Falls waterfall CC

Wellhouse Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sisquoc Falls

16.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

29.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

18.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

18.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Nojoqui Falls waterfall

Nojoqui Falls

20.3 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montecito

Are there free waterfalls near Montecito?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Montecito, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montecito?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Montecito, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montecito?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montecito, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montecito?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montecito, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Montecito?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Montecito, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montecito?

The shortest waterfall hike near Montecito is Jackson Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Montecito?

The tallest waterfall near Montecito is Rose Valley Falls at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Montecito require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montecito?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Montecito have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montecito?

The closest waterfall to Montecito is Tangerine Falls, approximately 2.7 miles away.

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