Waterfall Hikes Near San Lorenzo, CA

29,759 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Lorenzo? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Lorenzo. 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 37.6733°N, -122.1332°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near San Lorenzo have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Partly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 78°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Partly Sunny
Thu 68°F Partly Sunny
Fri 70°F Partly Sunny
Sat 70°F Partly Sunny Best
Sun 69°F Partly Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Cloudy

Flowing best right now near San Lorenzo

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Green Valley Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 704 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Lorenzo (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

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

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

14 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Are there free waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Lorenzo?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Lorenzo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Lorenzo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

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

Do any waterfalls near San Lorenzo require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Lorenzo?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near San Lorenzo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Lorenzo?

The closest waterfall to San Lorenzo is Tehan Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near San Lorenzo, California

Sulphur Spring

Sulphur Spring

15.9 mi 75°F

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Crohare Spring

17.7 mi 70°F

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Alameda Warm Springs

Alameda Warm Springs

18.0 mi 80°F

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Springs

19.6 mi

These warm springs emerge in Contra Costa County's Mount Diablo foothills near Clayton at just 649 feet elevation, sitting bare...

Unnamed Spring Contra Costa County

21.8 mi 70°F

Mount Diablo State Park shelters this 70-degree thermal spring in warm, dry foothills just 17 meters from a paved road. The 10....

Unnamed Spring Solano County

22.4 mi 73°F

Near Benicia in Solano County, this 73-degree spring flows at 218 feet, 14 degrees warmer than ambient, just 68.5 meters from L...

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