Waterfall Hikes Near Topaz Lake, NV

201 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Topaz Lake? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Topaz Lake. 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 38.6976°N, -119.5427°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Topaz Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 20 gauged

19 waterfalls near Topaz Lake have live flow data today

California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Carson Falls Barely Flowing Llewellyn Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Sardine Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 69°F

Tod 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 71°F Sunny
Sun 69°F Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Topaz Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 Carson Falls Barely Flowing · 309 cfs 5th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 302 cfs 5th percentile
  4. 4 Sardine Falls Barely Flowing · 302 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 Llewellyn Falls Barely Flowing · 309 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing · 302 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Topaz Lake (5 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.

Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

40.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

46.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Topaz Lake (11 waterfalls)

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

Llewellyn Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

43.3 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Topaz Lake

Llewellyn Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

43.3 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

40.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

46.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

30 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

47.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

32.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

2.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Topaz Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Topaz Lake?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Topaz Lake, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Topaz Lake?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Topaz Lake, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Topaz Lake?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Topaz Lake, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Topaz Lake?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Topaz Lake, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Topaz Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Topaz Lake, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Topaz Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Topaz Lake is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Topaz Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Topaz Lake is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Topaz Lake require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Topaz Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Topaz Lake?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Topaz Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Topaz Lake?

The closest waterfall to Topaz Lake is Llewellyn Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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