Waterfall Hikes Near Sheridan, CA

1,397 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sheridan? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sheridan. 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 38.9695°N, -121.3552°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sheridan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 6 gauged

4 waterfalls near Sheridan have live flow data today

Codfish Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Low

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 90°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sheridan

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 3970 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Low · 8130 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 132 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sheridan (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.

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sheridan (5 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near Sheridan

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sheridan

Are there free waterfalls near Sheridan?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Sheridan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sheridan?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Sheridan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sheridan?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sheridan, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sheridan?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sheridan, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sheridan?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sheridan, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sheridan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sheridan is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sheridan?

The tallest waterfall near Sheridan is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Sheridan require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sheridan?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Sheridan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sheridan?

The closest waterfall to Sheridan is Hidden Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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