Waterfall Hikes Near San Carlos, CA

30,490 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Carlos? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Carlos. 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 37.4982°N, -122.2677°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Carlos

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

3 of 20 waterfalls near San Carlos are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 67°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 73°F Sunny
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 67°F Partly Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near San Carlos

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Butano Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Golden Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Roaring · 9 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Tehan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Berry Creek Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Carlos (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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Carlos (8 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near San Carlos

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
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

Tehan Falls

37.9 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Carlos

Are there free waterfalls near San Carlos?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Carlos?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Carlos?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Carlos, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Carlos?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Carlos, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Carlos?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Carlos?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near San Carlos?

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

Do any waterfalls near San Carlos require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Carlos?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near San Carlos have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Carlos?

The closest waterfall to San Carlos is Butano Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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