Waterfall Hikes Near San Bruno, CA

43,218 residents

Los_Angeles Time Zone

14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Bruno? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Bruno. 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 37.6256°N, -122.4313°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Bruno

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Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 16 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Mon 63°F Partly Sunny

Tue 64°F Partly Sunny

Wed 67°F Mostly Sunny Best

Thu 66°F Partly Sunny

Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 72°F Sunny

Sun 76°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Bruno (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Bruno (7 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls

15.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rainbow Falls

15.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dawn Falls

10.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.7 miles 400 ft

Cataract Falls

14.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.6 miles 750 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near San Bruno

Huntington Falls

15.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rainbow Falls

15.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kent Falls

14.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dawn Falls

10.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.7 miles 400 ft

Cataract Falls

14.4 miles away

California

Moderate

2.6 miles 750 ft

Tehan Falls

21.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Butano Falls

44 miles away

California

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Golden Falls

38.9 miles away

California

Moderate

2.5 miles 400 ft

Silver Falls

38.8 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Berry Creek Falls

38.2 miles away

California

Hard

10.5 miles 2 ft

Alamere Falls

California

Hard

13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Haraszthy Falls

31.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Castle Rock Falls

34.2 miles away

California

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Green Valley Falls

21.9 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Bruno

Are there free waterfalls near San Bruno?

There are 7 free waterfalls near San Bruno, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Bruno?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near San Bruno, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Bruno?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Bruno, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Bruno?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Bruno, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Bruno?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near San Bruno, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Bruno?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Bruno is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Bruno?

The tallest waterfall near San Bruno is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near San Bruno require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near San Bruno requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Bruno?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near San Bruno have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Bruno?

The closest waterfall to San Bruno is Huntington Falls, approximately 8.8 miles away.

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