Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgecrest, CA

28,118 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgecrest? Luckily, there are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgecrest, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.6308°N, -117.6622°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgecrest

Find waterfalls to hike near Ridgecrest

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgecrest (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.

Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

39.9 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Darwin Falls waterfall

Darwin Falls

64.1 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

7.8 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ridgecrest (2 waterfalls)

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

Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

39.9 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

7.8 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Ridgecrest With Waterfalls

Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

39.9 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Manly Fall (historical) waterfall

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Darwin Falls waterfall

Darwin Falls

64.1 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

7.8 miles away

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.3 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

52.4 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

30.9 miles away

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft