Waterfall Hikes Near Oakhurst, CA

5,003 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakhurst? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakhurst. 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 37.3475°N, -119.6202°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakhurst

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 44 gauged

39 waterfalls near Oakhurst have live flow data 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 California Falls Low Le Conte Falls Low Rancheria Falls Low White Cascade Low Waterwheel Falls Low Tuolumne Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Low Minaret Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Twin Falls Low Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 92°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Oakhurst

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Low · 180 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Minaret Falls Low · 180 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Rainbow Falls Low · 180 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Low · 180 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Rancheria Falls Low · 537 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakhurst (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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakhurst (14 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 44 Waterfalls Near Oakhurst

Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

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

Little Nellie Falls

37.4 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
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

36.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

23.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.7 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

California Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

32.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

2.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakhurst

Are there free waterfalls near Oakhurst?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Oakhurst, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakhurst?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakhurst?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakhurst, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakhurst?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakhurst, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakhurst?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakhurst?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakhurst?

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

Do any waterfalls near Oakhurst require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakhurst?

Yes, 44 waterfalls near Oakhurst have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakhurst?

The closest waterfall to Oakhurst is Angel Falls, approximately 2.6 miles away.

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