Waterfall Hikes Near Rail Road Flat, CA

78 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rail Road Flat? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rail Road Flat. 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 38.3246°N, -120.5169°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rail Road Flat

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 15 gauged

14 waterfalls near Rail Road Flat have live flow data today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 74°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 72°F Sunny
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 81°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Rail Road Flat

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Eagle Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rail Road Flat (4 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.

Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rail Road Flat (11 waterfalls)

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

Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Rail Road Flat

Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rail Road Flat

Are there free waterfalls near Rail Road Flat?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Rail Road Flat, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rail Road Flat?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Rail Road Flat, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rail Road Flat?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rail Road Flat, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rail Road Flat?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rail Road Flat, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rail Road Flat?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Rail Road Flat, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rail Road Flat?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rail Road Flat is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rail Road Flat?

The tallest waterfall near Rail Road Flat is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rail Road Flat require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Rail Road Flat require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rail Road Flat?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Rail Road Flat have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rail Road Flat?

The closest waterfall to Rail Road Flat is Bassi Falls, approximately 35.6 miles away.

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