Waterfall Hikes Near San Ramon, CA

86,119 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Ramon? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Ramon. 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 37.7624°N, -121.9365°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Ramon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

1 of 21 waterfalls near San Ramon is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 78°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Ramon (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

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

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

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near San Ramon

Tehan Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Finnegan Falls

46.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

34.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

32.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

14.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Basin Falls

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

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Triple Falls

10.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

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

Berry Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Ramon

Are there free waterfalls near San Ramon?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Ramon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Ramon?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Ramon?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Ramon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Ramon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near San Ramon?

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

Do any waterfalls near San Ramon require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Ramon?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near San Ramon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Ramon?

The closest waterfall to San Ramon is Tehan Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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