Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Rosa, CA

296,180 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Santa Rosa? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Santa Rosa. 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 38.4458°N, -122.7067°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Santa Rosa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

4 of 9 waterfalls near Santa Rosa are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Moderate Dawn Falls Moderate Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Linda Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny · 72°F

Tod 74°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 69°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 72°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny Best
Thu 71°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Light Rain
Fri 73°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 74°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 77°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Santa Rosa

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Alamere Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Dawn Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Santa Rosa (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Santa Rosa (6 waterfalls)

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

Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

41.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Santa Rosa

Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

41.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Santa Rosa

Are there free waterfalls near Santa Rosa?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Santa Rosa, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Santa Rosa?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Santa Rosa, including Green Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Santa Rosa?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Santa Rosa, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Rosa?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Santa Rosa, including Cataract Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Santa Rosa?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Santa Rosa, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Santa Rosa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Santa Rosa is Alamere Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Santa Rosa?

The tallest waterfall near Santa Rosa is Alamere Falls at 40 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Santa Rosa?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Santa Rosa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Santa Rosa?

The closest waterfall to Santa Rosa is Linda Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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