Waterfall Hikes Near Placerville, ID

41 residents
Boise Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Placerville? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Placerville. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.9427°N, -115.9460°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Placerville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 of 6 waterfalls near Placerville are flowing strongly today

Baron Creek Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Strong Fern Falls Strong Smith Falls Strong Big Falls Strong Little Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Sunny
Ind 85°F Sunny
Sun 92°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Placerville

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Big Falls Roaring · 1250 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Little Falls Roaring · 1250 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Baron Creek Falls Strong · 343 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 343 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Fern Falls Strong · 343 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Smith Falls Strong · 343 cfs 79th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Placerville (5 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

16.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

15.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Baron Creek Falls waterfall

Baron Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Idaho
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

7.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Placerville

Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

14.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

16.2 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

15.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Smith Falls waterfall

Smith Falls

14.9 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Baron Creek Falls waterfall

Baron Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Idaho
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

7.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Placerville

Are there free waterfalls near Placerville?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Placerville, including Big Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Placerville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Placerville, including Baron Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Placerville?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Placerville, including Big Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Placerville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Placerville is Baron Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Placerville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Placerville?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Placerville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Placerville?

The closest waterfall to Placerville is Little Falls, approximately 14.1 miles away.

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Hot Spring Campground

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Corder Hot Spring

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Warm Springs

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Dan Hodges Hot Spring

Dan Hodges Hot Spring

10.2 mi 140°F

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Danskin Creek Hot Spring

Danskin Creek Hot Spring

11.1 mi 106°F

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