Waterfall Hikes Near Phoenix Lake, CA

4,377 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Phoenix Lake? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Phoenix Lake. 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 38.0076°N, -120.3090°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Phoenix Lake

Find waterfalls to hike near Phoenix Lake

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Phoenix Lake (7 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.

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

29.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Phoenix Lake (9 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

26 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

29.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

38.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Phoenix Lake With Waterfalls

Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

44.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

21.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

20.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

20.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

8.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

46.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

20.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

19 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Phoenix Lake, California

Valley Springs

Valley Springs

30.9 mi 75°F

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Grovers Hot Springs

Grovers Hot Springs

53.4 mi 147°F

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Grover Hot Springs State Park

53.8 mi

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Fales Hot Springs

Fales Hot Springs

55.1 mi 180°F

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Unnamed Spring Lyon County

64.3 mi

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