Waterfall Hikes Near Pescadero, CA

349 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pescadero? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pescadero. 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 37.2507°N, -122.3725°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pescadero

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Pescadero have live flow data today

Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Low Golden Falls Low Silver Falls Low Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Moderate Dawn Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 68°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 67°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 66°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 67°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Pescadero

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Dawn Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pescadero (2 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pescadero (7 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Pescadero

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

8.6 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

9.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

13.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

14 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

25.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

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

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pescadero

Are there free waterfalls near Pescadero?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Pescadero, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pescadero?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Pescadero, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pescadero?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pescadero, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pescadero?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pescadero, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pescadero?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pescadero is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pescadero?

The tallest waterfall near Pescadero is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pescadero require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pescadero?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Pescadero have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pescadero?

The closest waterfall to Pescadero is Butano Falls, approximately 2.7 miles away.

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