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

28 of 31 waterfalls near Shaver Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 69°F

Aft 69°F Sunny Best
Thu 73°F Sunny
Fri 75°F Sunny
Sat 66°F Sunny
Sun 65°F Sunny
Mon 70°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Sunny

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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

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

Corlieu Falls

28.5 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

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

Red Rock Falls

27.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Shaver Lake

Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

33.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

41.8 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 2425 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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