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

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

4 of 14 waterfalls near San Bruno are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Low Berry Creek Falls Strong Butano Falls Barely Flowing Golden Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Dawn Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Strong Kent Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sat 68°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny
Mon 70°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 73°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 71°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Bruno

Updated 42 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Strong · 1 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Strong · 1 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Strong · 1 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Berry Creek Falls Strong · 5 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Tehan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 26th percentile

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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 waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near San Bruno

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

26.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

13.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 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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