Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Gate, CA

819 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Gate? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Gate. 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 40.7185°N, -122.3262°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Gate

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 25 gauged

9 waterfalls near Mountain Gate have live flow data today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing Coquette Falls Moderate Whitney Falls Moderate Crystal Creek Falls Barely Flowing Whiskeytown Falls Barely Flowing Kickapoo Waterfall Barely Flowing

Updated 11 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mountain Gate

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Burney Falls Moderate · 1170 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Pit River Falls Moderate · 1170 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Coquette Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 Whitney Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Clover Creek Falls Low · 62 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 792 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Gate (5 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 Mountain Gate (15 waterfalls)

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

Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

9.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Mountain Gate

Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

9.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Lion Slide Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

5.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

16.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

16.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

14.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Coquette Falls

16.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ash Creek Falls waterfall

Ash Creek Falls

11.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Gate

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Gate?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Mountain Gate, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Gate?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Gate, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Gate?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Gate, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Gate?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Gate, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Gate?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mountain Gate, including Canyon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Gate?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Gate is Ash Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Gate?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Gate is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain Gate require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Gate?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Mountain Gate have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Gate?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Gate is Clover Creek Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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