Waterfall Hikes Near Placerville, CA

10,744 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Placerville? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Placerville. 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 38.7308°N, -120.7979°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Placerville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 7 gauged

6 waterfalls near Placerville have live flow data today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 76°F Sunny
Fri 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Placerville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 3950 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 138 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 138 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Placerville (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
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

47.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Placerville (6 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Hidden Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Placerville

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

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

Hidden Falls

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

Bassi Falls

47.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

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

Eagle Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Placerville

Are there free waterfalls near Placerville?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Placerville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Placerville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Placerville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Placerville?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Placerville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Placerville?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Placerville, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Placerville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Placerville, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Placerville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Placerville is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Placerville?

The tallest waterfall near Placerville is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Placerville require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Placerville require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Placerville?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Placerville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Placerville?

The closest waterfall to Placerville is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 12.9 miles away.

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