Waterfall Hikes Near Richmond, CA

115,619 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richmond? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richmond. 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 37.9477°N, -122.3389°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richmond

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

2 of 15 waterfalls near Richmond are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Strong Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 71°F

Tod 71°F Sunny Best
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 72°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 73°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Richmond

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Green Valley Falls Strong · 2 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Tehan Falls Strong · 8 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richmond (3 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 Richmond (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Richmond

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

25.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

29.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

22.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richmond

Are there free waterfalls near Richmond?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Richmond, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richmond?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Richmond, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richmond?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richmond, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richmond?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richmond, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Richmond?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Richmond, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richmond?

The shortest waterfall hike near Richmond is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Richmond?

The tallest waterfall near Richmond is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Richmond require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richmond?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Richmond have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richmond?

The closest waterfall to Richmond is Dawn Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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