Waterfall Hikes Near Porterville, CA

71,669 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Porterville? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Porterville. 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 36.0643°N, -119.0338°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Porterville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 10 gauged

8 waterfalls near Porterville have live flow data today

Chagoopa Falls Low Marble Falls Low Volcano Falls Low Tufa Falls Low Tokopah Falls Low Cholollo Falls Moderate Salmon Creek Falls Moderate South Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 99°F

Tod 99°F Sunny Best
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Porterville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chagoopa Falls Low · 12 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Marble Falls Low · 12 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Volcano Falls Low · 12 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Tufa Falls Low · 12 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Tokopah Falls Low · 12 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Cholollo Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Porterville

Cholollo Falls

28.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

39.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

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

Marble Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ella Falls

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

Tufa Falls

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

Tokopah Falls

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

Volcano Falls

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

Garlic Falls

42.4 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 Porterville

Are there free waterfalls near Porterville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Porterville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Porterville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Porterville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Porterville is Chagoopa Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Porterville?

The tallest waterfall near Porterville is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Porterville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Porterville?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Porterville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Porterville?

The closest waterfall to Porterville is Cholollo Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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