Waterfall Hikes Near Topaz Lake, NV

201 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Topaz Lake? There are 34 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

33 of 34 gauged

33 waterfalls near Topaz Lake have live flow data today

Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 82°F

Tue 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Topaz Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snow Creek Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Staircase Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Vernal Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Apron Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Topaz Lake (6 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

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

Cascade Falls

10.8 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

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

Carson Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Sardine Falls

18.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Topaz Lake

Llewellyn Falls

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

Carson Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Sardine Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

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

Sawyier Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

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

Eagle Falls

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

Jumbo Falls

32.1 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

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

Le Conte Falls

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

California Falls

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

Bassi Falls

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

Rancheria Falls

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

White Cascade

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

Tuolumne Falls

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

Wapama Falls

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

Tueeulala Falls

28.2 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 6 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 26 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 Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Topaz Lake require permits?

Yes, 10 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, 34 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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