Waterfall Hikes Near Penn Valley, CA

1,188 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Penn Valley? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Penn Valley. 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 39.1954°N, -121.1942°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Penn Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 10 gauged

4 waterfalls near Penn Valley have live flow data today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 84°F

Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny Best
Ind 89°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Penn Valley

Updated 32 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 3990 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Moderate · 8160 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 122 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Penn Valley (3 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.

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Penn Valley (7 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Penn Valley

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hackmans Falls

17 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

15 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

11 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

10.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Penn Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Penn Valley?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Penn Valley, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Penn Valley?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Penn Valley, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Penn Valley?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Penn Valley, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Penn Valley?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Penn Valley, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Penn Valley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Penn Valley, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Penn Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Penn Valley is Codfish Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Penn Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Penn Valley is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Penn Valley require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Penn Valley requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Penn Valley?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Penn Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Penn Valley?

The closest waterfall to Penn Valley is Hidden Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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