Waterfall Hikes Near Silver City, NV

105 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Silver City? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Silver City. 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 39.2639°N, -119.6357°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Silver City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 11 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Silver City is flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Barely Flowing Llewellyn Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Jumbo Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Sardine Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Twenty Six Foot Drop Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 97°F Areas Of Smoke

Thu 97°F Patchy Smoke

Fri 97°F Sunny Best

Sat 97°F Sunny

Sun 96°F Sunny

Mon 94°F Sunny

Tue 92°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Silver City (3 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.

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away

California

Easy

2.0 miles 400 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Silver City (8 waterfalls)

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

Carson Falls

30 miles away

California

Moderate

3.6 miles 800 ft

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away

California

Moderate

6.0 miles 600 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Silver City

Jumbo Falls

32.1 miles away

Nevada

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away

California

Easy

2.0 miles 400 ft

Sawyier Falls

37.1 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carson Falls

30 miles away

California

Moderate

3.6 miles 800 ft

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away

California

Moderate

6.0 miles 600 ft

Twenty Six Foot Drop

38.7 miles away

Nevada

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horsetail Falls

33.4 miles away

California

Moderate

3.0 miles 600 ft

Sardine Falls

18.6 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away

California

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Silver Falls

17.2 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Leavitt Falls

16.7 miles away

California

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Silver City

Are there free waterfalls near Silver City?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Silver City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Silver City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Silver City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Silver City?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Silver City?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Silver City, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Silver City?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Silver City, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Silver City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Silver City is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Silver City?

The tallest waterfall near Silver City is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Silver City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Silver City?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Silver City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Silver City?

The closest waterfall to Silver City is Jumbo Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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