Waterfall Hikes Near Sierraville, CA

227 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sierraville? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sierraville. 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 39.5750°N, -120.3637°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sierraville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 12 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Sierraville are flowing strongly today

Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Indian Falls Roaring Jumbo Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 60°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 69°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 66°F Sunny
Lab 74°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Sierraville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sierraville (4 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.

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Sierraville

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

14 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sierraville

Are there free waterfalls near Sierraville?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Sierraville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sierraville?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Sierraville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sierraville?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sierraville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sierraville?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sierraville, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sierraville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sierraville, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sierraville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sierraville is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sierraville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sierraville require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Sierraville require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sierraville?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Sierraville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sierraville?

The closest waterfall to Sierraville is Loves Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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