Waterfall Hikes Near Oakdale, CA

23,120 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakdale? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakdale. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.7618°N, -120.8468°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakdale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Oakdale have live flow data today

Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 93°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Oakdale

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Finnegan Falls Barely Flowing · 1050 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Preston Falls Barely Flowing · 175 cfs 0th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Oakdale hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Oakdale

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakdale (1 waterfall)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Oakdale

Finnegan Falls

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

Preston Falls

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

Jawbone Falls

38.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakdale

Are there free waterfalls near Oakdale?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Oakdale, including Jawbone Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakdale?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Oakdale, including Preston Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakdale?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakdale, including Jawbone Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakdale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakdale is Finnegan Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakdale?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Oakdale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakdale?

The closest waterfall to Oakdale is Finnegan Falls, approximately 21.3 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Oakdale With Waterfalls

Riverbank, CA
24,803 residents
Salida, CA
14,849 residents
Modesto, CA
354,183 residents
Ripon, CA
16,092 residents
Ceres, CA
49,183 residents
Turlock, CA
79,301 residents
Manteca, CA
90,678 residents
Delhi, CA
10,896 residents
Lathrop, CA
29,633 residents
Livingston, CA
14,344 residents
Garden Acres, CA
10,124 residents
Patterson, CA
23,678 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Oakdale, California

Valley Springs

Valley Springs

21.9 mi 75°F

Valley Springs flows at 75 degrees just 21 feet from the road in Calaveras County, delivering readily accessible warmth in Cali...

Lone Tree Mineral Spring

34.5 mi 73°F

Lone Tree Mineral Spring emerges at 73°F essentially at roadside in San Joaquin County, just 1.2 feet from pavement near Tracy....

Salt Grass Springs

35.6 mi 73°F

Salt Grass Springs emerges at 73°F in the rolling foothills of Stanislaus County near Patterson, providing modest thermal warmt...
Byron Hot Springs

Byron Hot Springs

37.5 mi 96°F

Byron Hot Springs flows at 96°F from low hills in Contra Costa County east of the Bay Area at just 48 feet elevation. This spri...

Spring In Oneill Forebay

41.4 mi 70°F

This unusual 70-degree thermal spring emerges within the O'Neill Forebay, part of California's San Luis Reservoir State Recreat...
Crohare Spring

Crohare Spring

45.1 mi 70°F

Crohare Spring emerges at 70°F from protected conservation lands near Livermore, flowing barely 9 degrees above ambient tempera...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Oakdale, California on SoakingSprings.

Explore California springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.