Waterfall Hikes Near Sonora, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sonora? Luckily, there are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sonora, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Sonora
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sonora (14 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.

Jawbone Falls
55.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rancheria Falls
41.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Little Nellie Falls
6.3 miles away🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sonora (13 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Preston Falls
37.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Rancheria Falls
41.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Little Nellie Falls
6.3 miles awayAll Hiking Trails Near Sonora With Waterfalls

Jawbone Falls
55.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Preston Falls
37.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Tueeulala Falls
38.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Wapama Falls
38.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rancheria Falls
41.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Little Nellie Falls
6.3 miles away
Foresta Falls
36.6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Wildcat Falls
3.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

The Cascades
4.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft


California
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Le Conte Falls
34 miles away
Ribbon Fall
7.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Silver Strand Falls
37 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridalveil Fall
6.4 miles away
California
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 7.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 2700 ft

Upper Yosemite Falls
10.4 miles away
Lower Yosemite Fall
10.2 miles away
California
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Royal Arch Cascade
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft