Waterfall Hikes Near Morgan Hill, CA

45,291 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morgan Hill? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morgan Hill. 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 37.1325°N, -121.6419°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morgan Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Morgan Hill have live flow data today

Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Low Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing McWay Falls Barely Flowing Pfeiffer Falls Barely Flowing Pine Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 91°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 85°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Morgan Hill

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Low · 1 cfs 24th percentile
  2. 2 Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 5th percentile
  3. 3 Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing · 529 cfs 5th percentile
  4. 4 Butano Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Golden Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morgan Hill (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Morgan Hill (3 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

22.4 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Morgan Hill

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

20.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

20 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

20.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

21.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

22.4 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

25.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

22.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

44.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

17.1 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

31.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

7.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Finnegan Falls

48.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

46.1 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morgan Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Morgan Hill?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Morgan Hill, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morgan Hill?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Morgan Hill, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morgan Hill?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morgan Hill, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morgan Hill?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morgan Hill, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morgan Hill?

The shortest waterfall hike near Morgan Hill is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Morgan Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Morgan Hill is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Morgan Hill require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morgan Hill?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Morgan Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morgan Hill?

The closest waterfall to Morgan Hill is Triple Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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