Waterfall Hikes Near Union City, CA

69,502 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Union City? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Union City. 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 37.6032°N, -122.0181°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Union City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

3 of 20 waterfalls near Union City are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 77°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Union City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Huntington Falls Strong · 1 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Kent Falls Strong · 1 cfs 82nd percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Strong · 1 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Tehan Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 1580 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Castle Rock Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Union City (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Union City (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Union City

Tehan Falls

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

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

13.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Finnegan Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

Dawn Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

22.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

36 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Union City

Are there free waterfalls near Union City?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Union City, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Union City?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Union City, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Union City?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Union City, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Union City?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Union City, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Union City?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Union City, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Union City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Union City is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Union City?

The tallest waterfall near Union City is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Union City require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Union City requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Union City?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Union City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Union City?

The closest waterfall to Union City is Tehan Falls, approximately 6.7 miles away.

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