Waterfall Hikes Near Riverside, CA

2,332,836 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Riverside sits in the inland Santa Ana basin at the edge of the Santa Ana Mountains and Box Springs foothills, with terrain of steep chaparral-covered canyons, oak-lined arroyos and broad valley plains crisscrossed by the Santa Ana River wash. Nearby waterfall hikes are largely moderate canyon routes and ridge-to-gorge scrambles with seasonal cascades and a handful of short roadside falls, offering accessible multi-mile outings, sweeping valley and mountain vistas, and a clear contrast between suburban edges and rugged foothills.

Located at 33.9381°N, -117.3949°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Riverside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

1 of 9 waterfalls near Riverside is flowing strongly today

Andreas Falls Moderate Bonita Falls Strong Hidden Heart Falls Moderate Middleman Falls Moderate Monkeyface Falls Low San Antonio Falls Moderate Wolfskill Falls Moderate Tahquitz Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 82°F

Tod 86°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Jun 83°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sat 82°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Riverside

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bonita Falls Strong · 52 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Andreas Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Middleman Falls Moderate · 20 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 San Antonio Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Wolfskill Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Hidden Heart Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Riverside (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.

San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

6.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Riverside (5 waterfalls)

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

Bonita Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Riverside

Middleman Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bonita Falls

California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Monkeyface Falls

30.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

6.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft
Wolfskill Falls waterfall

Wolfskill Falls

14 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

20.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

23.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

California
Easy
1.6 miles 100 ft
Tahquitz Falls waterfall

Tahquitz Falls

33 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Riverside

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Riverside?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Riverside, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Riverside?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Riverside, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverside?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverside, including Andreas Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Riverside?

The shortest waterfall hike near Riverside is Andreas Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Riverside?

The tallest waterfall near Riverside is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Riverside require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Riverside?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Riverside have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Riverside?

The closest waterfall to Riverside is Middleman Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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