Waterfall Hikes Near North San Juan, CA

109 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North San Juan? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North San Juan. 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 39.3719°N, -121.1060°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North San Juan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 11 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near North San Juan are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Indian Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 83°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near North San Juan

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Moderate · 6740 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North San Juan (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

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

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

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

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near North San Juan

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North San Juan

Are there free waterfalls near North San Juan?

There are 7 free waterfalls near North San Juan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North San Juan?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near North San Juan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North San Juan?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near North San Juan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North San Juan?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near North San Juan, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North San Juan?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near North San Juan, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North San Juan?

The shortest waterfall hike near North San Juan is Codfish Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North San Juan?

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

Do any waterfalls near North San Juan require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near North San Juan requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North San Juan?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near North San Juan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North San Juan?

The closest waterfall to North San Juan is Feather Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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