Waterfall Hikes Near Oakhurst, CA

5,003 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakhurst? There are 47 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

42 of 47 gauged

2 of 42 waterfalls near Oakhurst are 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 California Falls Low Le Conte Falls Low Rancheria Falls Low White Cascade Low Waterwheel Falls Low Tuolumne Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Roaring Sardine Falls Roaring Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Sun 101°F Sunny
Mon 99°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Sardine Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Leavitt Falls Roaring · 57 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Preston Falls Strong · 120 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Rancheria Falls Low · 37 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakhurst (11 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 (17 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

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

Red Rock Falls

8.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Oakhurst

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

25 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

18.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Jawbone Falls

24 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakhurst

Are there free waterfalls near Oakhurst?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Oakhurst, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakhurst?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Oakhurst, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakhurst?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakhurst, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakhurst?

There are 37 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 0.4 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, 47 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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