Waterfall Hikes Near San Simeon, CA

307 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Simeon? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Simeon. 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 35.6182°N, -121.1374°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Simeon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near San Simeon have live flow data today

Islay Falls Moderate McWay Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Tod 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 62°F Patchy Fog then Cloudy
Thu 63°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Fri 66°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Ind 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 67°F Partly Sunny
Mon 67°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Simeon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Islay Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 McWay Falls Low · 25 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Three Troughs Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Simeon (1 waterfall)

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.

McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Simeon (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 3 Waterfalls Near San Simeon

Three Troughs Falls waterfall

Three Troughs Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Islay Falls waterfall

Islay Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Simeon

Are there free waterfalls near San Simeon?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Simeon?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near San Simeon, including McWay Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Simeon?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Simeon?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Simeon, including Islay Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Simeon?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Simeon is Islay Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Simeon?

The tallest waterfall near San Simeon is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Simeon?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near San Simeon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Simeon?

The closest waterfall to San Simeon is Three Troughs Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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