Waterfall Hikes Near San Luis Obispo, CA

47,529 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Luis Obispo? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Luis Obispo. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 35.2669°N, -120.6690°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Luis Obispo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near San Luis Obispo have live flow data today

Islay Falls Moderate Three Troughs Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 77°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 80°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny Best
Mon 73°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Luis Obispo

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Islay Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Three Troughs Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Luis Obispo (1 waterfall)

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

Islay Falls waterfall

Islay Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near San Luis Obispo

Islay Falls waterfall

Islay Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Three Troughs Falls waterfall

Three Troughs Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Luis Obispo

Are there free waterfalls near San Luis Obispo?

There is 1 free waterfall near San Luis Obispo, including Islay Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Luis Obispo?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near San Luis Obispo, including Islay Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Luis Obispo?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near San Luis Obispo, including Islay Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Luis Obispo?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Luis Obispo is Islay Falls at 3.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Luis Obispo?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near San Luis Obispo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Luis Obispo?

The closest waterfall to San Luis Obispo is Islay Falls, approximately 8.5 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near San Luis Obispo, California

Pecho Warm Springs

7.8 mi 95°F

Pecho Warm Springs flows at 95 degrees Fahrenheit within Montaña de Oro State Park along the San Luis Obispo County coast, crea...

Newsom Springs

12.5 mi 99°F

Newsom Springs delivers 99-degree water at just 638 feet elevation in the coastal ranges, creating a remarkable 39-degree tempe...

Santa Ysabel Springs (Sulphur Spr)

15.5 mi 92°F

Santa Ysabel Springs, also known as Sulphur Springs, delivers 92°F thermal water in the rolling hills east of Paso Robles. The ...

Franklin Hot Springs

16.8 mi

Franklin Hot Springs sits at 864 feet elevation in San Luis Obispo County's gentle rolling terrain near Paso Robles, positioned...

Paso Robles Hot Springs

18.5 mi

Paso Robles Hot Springs represents a geothermal system that transformed this San Luis Obispo County town into a spa destination...

Unnamed Spring San Luis Obispo County

19.4 mi 108°F

This 108-degree spring emerges just 19 meters from a paved road in San Luis Obispo County, creating waters that exceed ambient ...

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