Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Clarita, CA

268,273 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Santa Clarita? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Santa Clarita. 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 34.4175°N, -118.4964°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Santa Clarita

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Santa Clarita are flowing strongly today

Jackson Falls Moderate The Punch Bowl Moderate Rose Valley Falls Moderate San Antonio Falls Strong Wolfskill Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 82°F

Thu 82°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Santa Clarita

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 San Antonio Falls Strong · 6 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Wolfskill Falls Strong · 6 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Rose Valley Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Jackson Falls Low · 4 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 The Punch Bowl Low · 4 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Clarita (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.

Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

24.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Santa Clarita (4 waterfalls)

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

The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Santa Clarita

The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

8.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Sturtevant Falls waterfall

Sturtevant Falls

27.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.3 miles 400 ft
Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

24.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Wolfskill Falls waterfall

Wolfskill Falls

41.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
San Antonio Falls waterfall

San Antonio Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Santa Clarita

Are there free waterfalls near Santa Clarita?

There is 1 free waterfall near Santa Clarita, including The Punch Bowl.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Santa Clarita?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Santa Clarita, including Rose Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Santa Clarita?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clarita, including Rose Valley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clarita?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Clarita, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Santa Clarita?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Santa Clarita, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Santa Clarita?

The shortest waterfall hike near Santa Clarita is Jackson Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Santa Clarita?

The tallest waterfall near Santa Clarita is Rose Valley Falls at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Santa Clarita require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Santa Clarita?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Santa Clarita have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Santa Clarita?

The closest waterfall to Santa Clarita is The Punch Bowl, approximately 25.8 miles away.

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