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

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 23 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near Redding are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny
Sat 95°F Sunny
Sun 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Redding

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Coquette Falls Roaring · 72 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Whitney Falls Roaring · 72 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 463 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Kickapoo Waterfall Low · 22 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Clover Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 438 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Redding (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Redding (13 waterfalls)

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

Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

24 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

36.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

31.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Redding

Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

24 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

36.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

31.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

49.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Lion Slide Falls

31.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

48.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

39.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deadhorse Falls

48 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft

Kinner Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

47.2 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

46.7 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Kings Creek Falls waterfall

Kings Creek Falls

45.1 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
2.3 miles 500 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

20 miles away
California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

21.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

16 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

43 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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