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

3 of 4 waterfalls near Smartsville are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing The Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny

Flowing best right now near Smartsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Strong · 6930 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 2460 cfs 3rd 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

42.7 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

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

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Smartsville

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 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
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

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

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hackmans Falls

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

Loves Falls

47.3 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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