Waterfall Hikes Near Rio Dell, CA

3,386 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rio Dell? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rio Dell. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.5023°N, -124.1105°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rio Dell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 of 4 waterfalls near Rio Dell are flowing strongly today

Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Mill Creek Falls Strong Pepperwood Falls Roaring

Updated about 4 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Tod 63°F Isolated Rain Showers
Sat 64°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 66°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 69°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Rio Dell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Mill Creek Falls Strong · 32 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rio Dell (2 waterfalls)

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

Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Rio Dell

Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rio Dell

Are there free waterfalls near Rio Dell?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Rio Dell, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rio Dell?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rio Dell, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rio Dell?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rio Dell, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rio Dell?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Rio Dell, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rio Dell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rio Dell is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rio Dell?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Rio Dell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rio Dell?

The closest waterfall to Rio Dell is Pepperwood Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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