Waterfall Hikes Near Smartsville, CA

379 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smartsville? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Smartsville. 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 39.2053°N, -121.2928°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smartsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 8 gauged

4 waterfalls near Smartsville have live flow data today

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

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Sunny
Sun 94°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Smartsville

Updated 24 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 3970 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Moderate · 8160 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Codfish Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 7th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Smartsville (2 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.

Codfish Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Smartsville (6 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
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Smartsville

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

33.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

40.2 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

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

The Falls

39.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Hackmans Falls

17 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

15 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smartsville

Are there free waterfalls near Smartsville?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Smartsville, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Smartsville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Smartsville, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smartsville?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Smartsville, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smartsville?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Smartsville, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Smartsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smartsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Smartsville is Codfish Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Smartsville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Smartsville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Smartsville?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Smartsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Smartsville?

The closest waterfall to Smartsville is Hidden Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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