Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Barbara, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Santa Barbara? Luckily, there are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara
Find waterfalls to hike near Santa Barbara
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Barbara (2 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.

Nojoqui Falls
18.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.65 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Rose Valley Falls
63.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Santa Barbara (4 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Tangerine Falls
39.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 900 ft

Nojoqui Falls
18.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.65 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Rose Valley Falls
63.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

The Punch Bowl
55 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Santa Barbara With Waterfalls

Tangerine Falls
39.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 900 ft

Wellhouse Falls
8.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Sisquoc Falls
21.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 20.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Nojoqui Falls
18.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.65 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Rose Valley Falls
63.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

The Punch Bowl
55 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Jackson Falls
55.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft