Waterfall Hikes Near Twin Lakes, CA

87 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Twin Lakes? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Twin Lakes. 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 38.1695°N, -119.3422°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Twin Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 47 gauged

44 waterfalls near Twin Lakes have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Sardine Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 61°F

Sat 57°F Sunny
Sun 57°F Sunny
Mon 61°F Sunny Best
Tue 64°F Sunny
Wed 65°F Sunny
Thu 64°F Sunny
Fri 67°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Twin Lakes

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Low · 8 cfs 15th percentile
  2. 2 Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing · 141 cfs 7th percentile
  3. 3 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 141 cfs 7th percentile
  4. 4 Carson Falls Barely Flowing · 288 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 Llewellyn Falls Barely Flowing · 288 cfs 5th percentile
  6. 6 Cascade Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Twin Lakes (10 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

40.6 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Twin Lakes (17 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

All 47 Waterfalls Near Twin Lakes

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Foresta Falls

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

13.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

26.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

28.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

38.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Twin Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Twin Lakes?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Twin Lakes, including Carson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Twin Lakes?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Twin Lakes, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Twin Lakes?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Twin Lakes, including Carson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Twin Lakes?

There are 37 kid-friendly waterfalls near Twin Lakes, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Twin Lakes?

The shortest waterfall hike near Twin Lakes is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Twin Lakes?

The tallest waterfall near Twin Lakes is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Twin Lakes require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Twin Lakes require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Twin Lakes?

Yes, 47 waterfalls near Twin Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Twin Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Twin Lakes is Horsetail Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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