Waterfall Hikes Near Shaver Lake, CA

306 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shaver Lake? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shaver Lake. 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 37.0971°N, -119.3245°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shaver Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 43 gauged

31 waterfalls near Shaver Lake have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Low Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Marble Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Roaring River Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 72°F

Wed 72°F Sunny Best
Thu 71°F Sunny
Fri 73°F Sunny
Ind 78°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 79°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Shaver Lake

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horsetail Falls Low · 53 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Staircase Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascades Barely Flowing · 213 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Barely Flowing · 76 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing · 156 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shaver Lake (8 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.

Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shaver Lake (11 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

35 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Shaver Lake

Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

39 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

36 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

36.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

39.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

2.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

1.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

48.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

22.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

38.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

28.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

3.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shaver Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Shaver Lake?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Shaver Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shaver Lake?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Shaver Lake, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shaver Lake?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shaver Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shaver Lake?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shaver Lake, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shaver Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Shaver Lake, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shaver Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shaver Lake is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shaver Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Shaver Lake is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shaver Lake require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Shaver Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shaver Lake?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Shaver Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shaver Lake?

The closest waterfall to Shaver Lake is Whisky Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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