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 waterfalls near Rio Dell have live flow data today

Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing Gray Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Moderate Pepperwood Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 64°F

Wed 62°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 62°F Partly Sunny
Fri 64°F Mostly Sunny Best
Ind 64°F Partly Sunny
Sun 64°F Partly Sunny
Mon 62°F Partly Sunny
Tue 63°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rio Dell

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mill Creek Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Pepperwood Falls Low · 27 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing · 704 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Barely Flowing · 704 cfs 0th 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

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

Gray Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Rio Dell

Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

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

Burnt Ranch Falls

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

Gray Falls

35.7 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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