Waterfall Hikes Near Plumas Lake, CA

8,301 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Plumas Lake? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Plumas Lake. 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 38.9845°N, -121.5634°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Plumas Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 6 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Plumas Lake are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Plumas Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Moderate · 6720 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Plumas Lake (1 waterfall)

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

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plumas Lake (5 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near Plumas Lake

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plumas Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Plumas Lake?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Plumas Lake, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Plumas Lake?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Plumas Lake, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plumas Lake?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Plumas Lake, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plumas Lake?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plumas Lake, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Plumas Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Plumas Lake, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plumas Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Plumas Lake is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Plumas Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Plumas Lake is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Plumas Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plumas Lake?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Plumas Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Plumas Lake?

The closest waterfall to Plumas Lake is Hidden Falls, approximately 17.2 miles away.

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