Waterfall Hikes Near South San Francisco, CA

65,596 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South San Francisco? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South San Francisco. 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 37.6538°N, -122.4196°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South San Francisco

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near South San Francisco have live flow data today

Alamere Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Low Golden Falls Low Silver Falls Low Castle Rock Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Moderate Dawn Falls Moderate Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Linda Falls Barely Flowing Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 16 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 73°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
Thu 68°F Partly Sunny
Fri 70°F Partly Sunny
Sat 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 68°F Partly Sunny
Mon 68°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near South San Francisco

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Green Valley Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Kent Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Cataract Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South San Francisco (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South San Francisco (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near South San Francisco

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

25.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

Tehan Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

18 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

30.4 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

5.8 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

29.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

8.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

22.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South San Francisco

Are there free waterfalls near South San Francisco?

There are 8 free waterfalls near South San Francisco, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South San Francisco?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near South San Francisco, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South San Francisco?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near South San Francisco, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South San Francisco?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near South San Francisco, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South San Francisco?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near South San Francisco, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South San Francisco?

The shortest waterfall hike near South San Francisco is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South San Francisco?

The tallest waterfall near South San Francisco is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near South San Francisco require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South San Francisco?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near South San Francisco have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South San Francisco?

The closest waterfall to South San Francisco is Huntington Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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