Waterfall Hikes Near Reno, NV

457,702 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Reno reaches west into the Sierra for its falls. Frazier Falls is the standout, 176 feet at the end of a flat mile in the Lakes Basin, running hardest when the snow goes in June. Eagle Falls sits above Emerald Bay at Tahoe, two miles round trip with some climbing. Loves Falls is a shorter walk on the Pacific Crest Trail near Sierra City. Nine falls sit within the radius and most take dogs.

Located at 39.5497°N, -119.8483°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Reno

Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.

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Water Flow

5 of 9 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Reno are flowing strongly today

Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Strong Twenty Six Foot Drop Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 66°F

Tod 58°F Sunny

Fri 60°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 66°F Sunny Best

Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 65°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 64°F Sunny

Vet 65°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Reno (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.

Loves Falls

33.6 miles away

California

Easy

1.2 miles 100 ft

Eagle Falls

40.3 miles away

California

Easy

2.0 miles 400 ft

Frazier Falls

41.3 miles away

California

Easy

1.0 miles 50 ft

Fern Falls

42.6 miles away

California

Easy

0.2 miles Unknown

All 9 Waterfalls Near Reno

Jumbo Falls

17.3 miles away

Nevada

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Hackmans Falls

33.4 miles away

California

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Loves Falls

33.6 miles away

California

Easy

1.2 miles 100 ft

Eagle Falls

40.3 miles away

California

Easy

2.0 miles 400 ft

Frazier Falls

41.3 miles away

California

Easy

1.0 miles 50 ft

Fern Falls

42.6 miles away

California

Easy

0.2 miles Unknown

Sawyier Falls

43.1 miles away

California

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Twenty Six Foot Drop

43.2 miles away

Nevada

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Horsetail Falls

46.8 miles away

California

Moderate

3.0 miles 600 ft

🧭 Day Trips From Reno (39 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)

Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Reno. Make a day of it and 39 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Bassi Falls, about 52 miles away, and the tallest is Yosemite Falls at 2425 ft. All of them are across the state line in California.

Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Reno; the drive is usually longer.

Bassi Falls

52.5 miles away

California

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Carson Falls

58.8 miles away

California

Moderate

3.6 miles 800 ft

LiDAR

Llewellyn Falls

63.5 miles away

California

Moderate

6.0 miles 600 ft

Feather Falls

64.9 miles away

California

Hard

8.6 miles Unknown

Curtain Falls

67.1 miles away

California

Moderate

4.0 miles 500 ft

Sardine Falls

70.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.6 miles 390 ft

Silver Falls

71.7 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles Unknown

Indian Falls

72.1 miles away

California

Easy

0.3 miles Unknown

Leavitt Falls

72.2 miles away

California

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

LiDAR

Codfish Falls

73.8 miles away

California

Easy

3.1 miles 200 ft

Cascade Falls

78 miles away

California

Easy

1.4 miles 200 ft

LiDAR

Jawbone Falls

80.5 miles away

California

Easy

1.0 miles Unknown

Showing the 12 closest of 39. For the rest, browse California waterfalls.

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Reno

Are there free waterfalls near Reno?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Reno, including Fern Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Reno?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Reno, including Eagle Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Reno?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Reno, including Eagle Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Reno?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Reno, including Eagle Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Reno?

The shortest waterfall hike near Reno is Eagle Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Reno?

The tallest waterfall near Reno is Frazier Falls at 176 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Reno require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Reno?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Reno have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Reno?

The closest waterfall to Reno is Jumbo Falls, approximately 17.3 miles away.

What waterfalls are within a day trip of Reno?

Beyond the 9 waterfalls within 50 miles, 39 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Reno. The closest of those is Bassi Falls, approximately 52.5 miles away.