Waterfall Hikes Near Sausalito, CA

7,233 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sausalito? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sausalito. 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 37.8581°N, -122.4933°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sausalito

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Sausalito have live flow data 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 Green Valley Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 68°F

Thu 68°F Sunny Best
Fri 70°F Sunny
Sat 66°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny
Mon 76°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Sunny
Wed 76°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sausalito (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sausalito (8 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.3 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
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

34.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Sausalito

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
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Dawn Falls

34.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

42 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tehan Falls

36.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

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

Linda Falls

48.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Golden Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

28.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

29.3 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sausalito

Are there free waterfalls near Sausalito?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Sausalito, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sausalito?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sausalito?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sausalito?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sausalito?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sausalito?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sausalito?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sausalito require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sausalito?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Sausalito have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sausalito?

The closest waterfall to Sausalito is Rainbow Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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