Waterfall Hikes Near San Carlos, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Carlos? Luckily, there are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Carlos, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near San Carlos
Find waterfalls to hike near San Carlos
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Carlos (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.

Silver Falls
42.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Castle Rock Falls
47.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Huntington Falls
5.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Carlos (7 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Silver Falls
42.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Golden Falls
42.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Huntington Falls
5.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near San Carlos With Waterfalls

Butano Falls
37.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Silver Falls
42.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Golden Falls
42.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Berry Creek Falls
43.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Castle Rock Falls
47.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Huntington Falls
5.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rainbow Falls
4.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Tehan Falls
42.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Kent Falls
4.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dawn Falls
5.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Cataract Falls
8.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 750 ft

Maple Falls
26.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls
27.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Basin Falls
28.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Black Rock Falls
28.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

California
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Triple Falls
61.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

California
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 13.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1600 ft