Waterfall Hikes Near Nipinnawasee, CA

341 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nipinnawasee? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nipinnawasee. 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 37.4031°N, -119.7293°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 43 gauged

1 of 38 waterfalls near Nipinnawasee is flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Horsetail Falls Strong Jawbone Falls Low Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Nipinnawasee

Updated 33 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Horsetail Falls Strong · 58 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Jawbone Falls Low · 8 cfs 17th percentile
  3. 3 Preston Falls Barely Flowing · 158 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 California Falls Barely Flowing · 352 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing · 352 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing · 352 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nipinnawasee (9 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nipinnawasee (13 waterfalls)

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

Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

13.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft

Camino Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

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

Foresta Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

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

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

38.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

2.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

39 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Are there free waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nipinnawasee?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Nipinnawasee, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nipinnawasee?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nipinnawasee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nipinnawasee is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

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

Do any waterfalls near Nipinnawasee require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Nipinnawasee require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nipinnawasee?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Nipinnawasee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nipinnawasee?

The closest waterfall to Nipinnawasee is Corlieu Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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