Waterfall Hikes Near Pine Mountain Lake, CA

3,038 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pine Mountain Lake? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pine Mountain 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 37.8599°N, -120.1844°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pine Mountain Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 39 gauged

13 of 37 waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Strong Chilnualna Fall Strong Chinquapin Falls Strong Foresta Falls Strong Little Nellie Falls Strong Ribbon Fall Strong Silver Strand Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Moderate Le Conte Falls Moderate Rancheria Falls Moderate White Cascade Moderate Waterwheel Falls Moderate Tuolumne Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Roaring Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Strong Sardine Falls Strong Preston Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 72°F

Wed 72°F Sunny Best
Thu 77°F Sunny
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 74°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Sunny
Mon 82°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Pine Mountain Lake

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pine Mountain Lake (8 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

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pine Mountain Lake (10 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

29.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

All 39 Waterfalls Near Pine Mountain Lake

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

29.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

Jawbone Falls

13.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

36.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

36.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

41.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

33.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

44.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

44.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

1.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

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

Silver Strand Falls

6.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

47.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

47.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

47.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

31 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

23.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

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

Sentinel Fall

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

Staircase Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pine Mountain Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pine Mountain Lake?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Pine Mountain Lake, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pine Mountain Lake?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pine Mountain Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pine Mountain Lake is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Pine Mountain Lake is Yosemite Falls at 2425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pine Mountain Lake?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Pine Mountain Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pine Mountain Lake?

The closest waterfall to Pine Mountain Lake is Preston Falls, approximately 14.0 miles away.

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