Waterfall Hikes Near North Fork, CA

3,279 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Fork? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Fork. 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 37.2306°N, -119.5199°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Fork

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 46 gauged

1 of 37 waterfalls near North Fork 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 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 about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 73°F Sunny
Mon 79°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Fork

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Fork (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.

Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Fork (13 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near North Fork

Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Camino Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

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

Nevada Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

31.6 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
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

37.8 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
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

1.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

48.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

36.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 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 North Fork

Are there free waterfalls near North Fork?

There are 10 free waterfalls near North Fork, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Fork?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Fork?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Fork?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Fork?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Fork?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Fork?

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

Do any waterfalls near North Fork require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Fork?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near North Fork have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Fork?

The closest waterfall to North Fork is Whisky Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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