Waterfall Hikes Near Palo Alto, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palo Alto? Luckily, there are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palo Alto, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Palo Alto
Find waterfalls to hike near Palo Alto
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Palo Alto (4 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.
Castle Rock Falls
44.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Silver Falls
41.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palo Alto (7 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Silver Falls
41.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Golden Falls
42 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Palo Alto With Waterfalls
Castle Rock Falls
44.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Butano Falls
13.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Silver Falls
41.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Golden Falls
42 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls
15 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 2 ft
Tehan Falls
23.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Maple Falls
25.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Fiver Finger Falls
23.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Basin Falls
28.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Black Rock Falls
27.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Upper Falls
28.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Triple Falls
27.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Huntington Falls
15.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rainbow Falls
47.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Kent Falls
38 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dawn Falls
36 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Cataract Falls
33.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 750 ft
Finnegan Falls
16.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
California
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 13.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1600 ft