Waterfall Hikes Near North Auburn, CA

14,403 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Auburn? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Auburn. 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 38.9306°N, -121.0820°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Auburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 11 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near North Auburn are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Salmon Falls (historical) Strong The Falls Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 82°F

Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 89°F Partly Sunny
Thu 83°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Auburn

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Roaring · 5090 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Strong · 8980 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 52 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Auburn (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.

Codfish Falls

34.2 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Auburn (8 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 11 Waterfalls Near North Auburn

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

20.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

34.2 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

36.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

47 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hackmans Falls

29.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Auburn

Are there free waterfalls near North Auburn?

There are 5 free waterfalls near North Auburn, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Auburn?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near North Auburn, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Auburn?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Auburn, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Auburn?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Auburn, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Auburn?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near North Auburn, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Auburn?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Auburn is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North Auburn?

The tallest waterfall near North Auburn is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near North Auburn require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near North Auburn require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Auburn?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near North Auburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Auburn?

The closest waterfall to North Auburn is Hidden Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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