Waterfall Hikes Near Plainview, CA

378 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Plainview? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Plainview. 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 36.1431°N, -119.1355°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Plainview

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 10 gauged

8 waterfalls near Plainview have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 100°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny
Sat 89°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 93°F Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Plainview

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plainview (1 waterfall)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Plainview

Cholollo Falls

48.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

33.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ella Falls

19.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

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

Tufa Falls

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

Salmon Creek Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

43 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

26.7 miles away
California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plainview

Are there free waterfalls near Plainview?

There is 1 free waterfall near Plainview, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plainview?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Plainview, including Salmon Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plainview?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plainview, including Marble Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plainview?

The shortest waterfall hike near Plainview is Chagoopa Falls at 2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Plainview?

The tallest waterfall near Plainview is Tokopah Falls at 1200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Plainview require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plainview?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Plainview have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Plainview?

The closest waterfall to Plainview is Cholollo Falls, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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