Waterfall Hikes Near Redding, CA

117,163 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Short trails carry most of the load around Redding. Potem Falls drops 70 feet into a swimming hole half a mile from the road. Whiskeytown Falls is the long one, 3.4 miles and 700 feet of climbing to reach a 220 foot cascade, dogs allowed. Hatchet Creek Falls and Lion Slide Falls handle summer swim duty, each about a mile of walking or less. Crystal Creek Falls needs only half a mile. Twenty three falls sit within fifty miles of town.

Located at 40.5698°N, -122.3650°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Redding

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Canyon Creek Falls Moderate Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing Coquette Falls Moderate Whitney Falls Moderate Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Kickapoo Waterfall Moderate

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Redding (4 waterfalls)

21.3 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Creek Falls

24.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.5 miles 500 ft

Potem Falls

12.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Montgomery Creek Falls

8.6 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

7.4 miles away

California

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Lion Slide Falls

8.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lion Wash Falls

8.4 miles away

California

Moderate

3.0 miles 500 ft

Faery Falls

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Mossbrae Falls

25.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Deadhorse Falls

30.3 miles away

California

Moderate

4.0 miles 600 ft

Kinner Falls

2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mill Creek Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park

California

Moderate

3.8 miles 600 ft

Bluff Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Kings Creek Falls

In Lassen Volcanic National Park

California

Moderate

2.3 miles 500 ft

Canyon Creek Falls

California

Hard

16.0 miles 2 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Falls

23.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.0 miles 50 ft

Upper Falls

24.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Redding

Are there free waterfalls near Redding?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Redding, including Bluff Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Redding?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Redding, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Redding?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Redding, including Bluff Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Redding?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Redding, including Bear Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Redding?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Redding, including Canyon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Redding?

The shortest waterfall hike near Redding is Bear Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Redding?

The tallest waterfall near Redding is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Redding require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Redding?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Redding have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Redding?

The closest waterfall to Redding is Whiskeytown Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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