Waterfall Hikes Near Pine Flat, CA

181 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pine Flat? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pine Flat. 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 35.8746°N, -118.6428°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pine Flat

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Pine Flat have live flow data today

Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing Marble Falls Barely Flowing Volcano Falls Barely Flowing Tufa Falls Barely Flowing Tokopah Falls Barely Flowing Cholollo Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Creek Falls Barely Flowing South Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fossil Falls Low

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 69°F

Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny Best
Mon 77°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Pine Flat

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cholollo Falls Low · 11 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Salmon Creek Falls Low · 11 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 South Creek Falls Low · 11 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Fossil Falls Low · 36 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Marble Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pine Flat (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.

Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pine Flat (2 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Pine Flat

Cholollo Falls

28.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

39.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

12.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

24.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

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

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pine Flat

Are there free waterfalls near Pine Flat?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Pine Flat, including Fossil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pine Flat?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Pine Flat, including Fossil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pine Flat?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pine Flat, including Fossil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pine Flat?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pine Flat, including Fossil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pine Flat?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pine Flat is Chagoopa Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pine Flat?

The tallest waterfall near Pine Flat is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pine Flat require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pine Flat?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Pine Flat have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pine Flat?

The closest waterfall to Pine Flat is Cholollo Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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