Waterfall Hikes Near San Mateo, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Mateo? Luckily, there are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Mateo, 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 Mateo
Find waterfalls to hike near San Mateo
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Mateo (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.
Huntington Falls
27.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rainbow Falls
22.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Silver Falls
30.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Mateo (7 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Huntington Falls
27.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rainbow Falls
22.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Golden Falls
30.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Silver Falls
30.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near San Mateo With Waterfalls
Butano Falls
41.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Huntington Falls
27.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rainbow Falls
22.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Golden Falls
30.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Silver Falls
30.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls
42.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 2 ft
Tehan Falls
4.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Castle Rock Falls
25.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Kent Falls
26.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Dawn Falls
23.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Cataract Falls
26.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 750 ft
California
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 13.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1600 ft
Maple Falls
37.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Fiver Finger Falls
62.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Basin Falls
39.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Black Rock Falls
45.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Upper Falls
39.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Triple Falls
44.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft