Waterfall Hikes Near Oakley, CA

43,525 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakley? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakley. 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 37.9929°N, -121.6952°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Oakley have live flow data today

Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Finnegan Falls Moderate Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 91°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 78°F Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakley (1 waterfall)

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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

41.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakley (5 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

35.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Oakley

Tehan Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

41.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Finnegan Falls

18.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

35.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

39.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

39.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

44.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakley

Are there free waterfalls near Oakley?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Oakley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakley?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Oakley, including Green Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakley?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oakley, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakley?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakley, including Cataract Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Oakley, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakley is Cataract Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakley?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Oakley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakley?

The closest waterfall to Oakley is Tehan Falls, approximately 26 miles away.

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