Waterfall Hikes Near Norris Canyon, CA

954 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Norris Canyon? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Norris Canyon. 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 37.7457°N, -121.9881°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Norris Canyon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

7 of 21 waterfalls near Norris Canyon are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Strong Golden Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Roaring Green Valley Falls Low Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 69°F

Aft 63°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 59°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny Best
Mon 75°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny
Wed 68°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 66°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Norris Canyon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Dawn Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Finnegan Falls Roaring · 1660 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Tehan Falls Strong · 6 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Butano Falls Strong · 9 cfs 82nd percentile
  6. 6 Golden Falls Strong · 9 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Norris Canyon (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Norris Canyon (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Norris Canyon

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Norris Canyon

Are there free waterfalls near Norris Canyon?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Norris Canyon, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Norris Canyon?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Norris Canyon, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Norris Canyon?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Norris Canyon, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Norris Canyon?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Norris Canyon, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Norris Canyon?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Norris Canyon, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Norris Canyon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Norris Canyon is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Norris Canyon?

The tallest waterfall near Norris Canyon is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Norris Canyon require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Norris Canyon?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Norris Canyon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Norris Canyon?

The closest waterfall to Norris Canyon is Tehan Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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