Waterfall Hikes Near Scotia, CA

510 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Scotia? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Scotia. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.4774°N, -124.1032°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Scotia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Scotia have live flow data today

Burnt Ranch Falls Moderate Gray Falls Moderate Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Wed 81°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 72°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Scotia

Updated 33 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Burnt Ranch Falls Barely Flowing · 531 cfs 9th percentile
  2. 2 Gray Falls Barely Flowing · 531 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 21 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing · 13 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Scotia (2 waterfalls)

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

Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Scotia

Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

32.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

29.4 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

23.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Scotia

Are there free waterfalls near Scotia?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Scotia, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Scotia?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Scotia, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Scotia?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Scotia, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Scotia?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Scotia, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Scotia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Scotia is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Scotia?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Scotia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Scotia?

The closest waterfall to Scotia is Pepperwood Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

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