Waterfall Hikes Near River Pines, CA

487 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near River Pines? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of River Pines. 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 38.5455°N, -120.7428°W

Map of Waterfalls Near River Pines

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 8 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near River Pines are flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Moderate Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near River Pines

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Carson Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near River Pines (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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around River Pines (7 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near River Pines

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near River Pines

Are there free waterfalls near River Pines?

There are 3 free waterfalls near River Pines, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near River Pines?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near River Pines, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in River Pines?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near River Pines, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near River Pines?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near River Pines, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near River Pines?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near River Pines, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near River Pines?

The shortest waterfall hike near River Pines is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near River Pines?

The tallest waterfall near River Pines is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near River Pines require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near River Pines require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around River Pines?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near River Pines have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to River Pines?

The closest waterfall to River Pines is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 24.3 miles away.

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