Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Center, CA

44 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Center? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Center. 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 33.7112°N, -116.7248°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 12 gauged

10 waterfalls near Mountain Center have live flow data today

Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing Monkeyface Falls Moderate Washtub Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 72°F Cloudy
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mountain Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Andreas Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 50th percentile
  2. 2 Monkeyface Falls Moderate · 46 cfs 25th percentile
  3. 3 Washtub Falls Low · 0 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Center (3 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.

Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.6 miles 100 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Center (6 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

25.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Mountain Center

Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.6 miles 100 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

9.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tahquitz Falls waterfall

Tahquitz Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

25.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Monkeyface Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Washtub Falls

30.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mildred Falls waterfall

Mildred Falls

41 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

41.7 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 900 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

41.6 miles away
California
Hard
6.6 miles 1,000 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

26.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Center

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Center?

There is 1 free waterfall near Mountain Center, including Hidden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Center?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Center, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Center?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Center, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Center?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Center, including Andreas Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Center?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mountain Center, including Cedar Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Center is Andreas Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Center?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Center is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain Center require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Mountain Center require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Center?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Mountain Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Center?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Center is Andreas Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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