Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill, CA

34,504 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasant Hill? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasant Hill. 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 37.9539°N, -122.0759°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasant Hill (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

32.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pleasant Hill (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

34.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

22.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Tehan Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

32.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

34.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

22.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

42 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

48.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasant Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Hill?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Pleasant Hill, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasant Hill?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasant Hill, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Pleasant Hill, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Hill?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pleasant Hill is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasant Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Pleasant Hill is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pleasant Hill require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasant Hill?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Pleasant Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill?

The closest waterfall to Pleasant Hill is Tehan Falls, approximately 19.5 miles away.

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