Waterfall Hikes Near Platina, CA

25 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Platina? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Platina. 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 40.3591°N, -122.9042°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Platina

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 8 gauged

5 of 7 waterfalls near Platina are flowing strongly today

Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Canyon Creek Falls Strong Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Kickapoo Waterfall Strong Pepperwood Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 68°F Sunny
Sun 67°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 76°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Platina

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Strong · 1130 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Kickapoo Waterfall Strong · 50 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Moderate · 1180 cfs 29th percentile

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

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

Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Platina

Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

23.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Platina

Are there free waterfalls near Platina?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Platina, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Platina?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Platina, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Platina?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Platina, including Bear Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Platina?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Platina, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Platina?

The shortest waterfall hike near Platina is Bear Creek Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Platina?

The tallest waterfall near Platina is Whiskeytown Falls at 220 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Platina require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Platina?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Platina have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Platina?

The closest waterfall to Platina is Whiskeytown Falls, approximately 23 miles away.

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