Waterfall Hikes Near San Jose, CA

1,771,413 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

San Jose sits on the floor of the Santa Clara Valley where the urban plain gives way to the Santa Cruz Mountains and Diablo Range, producing a mix of rolling foothills, redwood canyons, steep ravines and sun‑exposed ridgelines. Nearby waterfall hikes are predominantly moderate and feature shaded, often second‑growth forest trails, short canyon scrambles and seasonal roadside cascades; the area is distinct for its close juxtaposition of coastal forest canyons and accessible ridge viewpoints.

Located at 37.3012°N, -121.8480°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Jose

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Jose (2 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 Jose (5 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

1.3 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All Hiking Trails Near San Jose With Waterfalls

Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

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

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fiver Finger Falls waterfall

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Triple Falls

9.1 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

1.3 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

21.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Tehan Falls waterfall

Tehan Falls

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

Butano Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

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

Berry Creek Falls

41.2 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Finnegan Falls waterfall

Finnegan Falls

41.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near San Jose, California

Mineral Springs

Mineral Springs

7.0 mi 84°F

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Alameda Warm Springs

12.2 mi 80°F

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19.8 mi 70°F

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Gilroy Hot Springs

25.1 mi 106°F

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Salt Grass Springs

29.2 mi 73°F

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Sargent Estate Warm Spring

29.7 mi 77°F

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