Waterfall Hikes Near San Bernardino, CA

221,041 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Bernardino? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Bernardino. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.1416°N, -117.2943°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Bernardino

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

3 of 9 waterfalls near San Bernardino are flowing strongly today

Andreas Falls Moderate Bonita Falls Moderate Hidden Heart Falls Moderate Middleman Falls Moderate Monkeyface Falls Roaring San Antonio Falls Roaring Wolfskill Falls Roaring

Updated 9 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 67°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Bernardino

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Monkeyface Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 San Antonio Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Wolfskill Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Bonita Falls Roaring · 48 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Middleman Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 Hidden Heart Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Bernardino (4 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.

LiDAR terrain view around Monkeyface Falls in California, about 492 feet of drop LiDAR

Monkeyface Falls

16.4 miles away
California
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

20.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Bernardino (4 waterfalls)

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

LiDAR terrain view around Bonita Falls in California, about 429 feet of drop LiDAR

Bonita Falls

13.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near San Bernardino

LiDAR terrain view around Middleman Falls in California, about 280 feet of drop LiDAR

Middleman Falls

10.6 miles away
California
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Bonita Falls in California, about 429 feet of drop LiDAR

Bonita Falls

13.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Monkeyface Falls in California, about 492 feet of drop LiDAR

Monkeyface Falls

16.4 miles away
California
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

19.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

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

Wolfskill Falls

20.9 miles away
California
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

23.4 miles away
California
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

36.6 miles away
California
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Tahquitz Falls waterfall

Tahquitz Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Bernardino

Are there free waterfalls near San Bernardino?

There is 1 free waterfall near San Bernardino, including Silverwood Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Bernardino?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near San Bernardino, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Bernardino?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Bernardino, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Bernardino?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Bernardino?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near San Bernardino?

The tallest waterfall near San Bernardino is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near San Bernardino require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Bernardino?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near San Bernardino have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Bernardino?

The closest waterfall to San Bernardino is Middleman Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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