Waterfall Hikes Near University of California-Merced, CA

1,079 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near University of California-Merced? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of University of California-Merced. 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 37.3666°N, -120.4192°W

Map of Waterfalls Near University of California-Merced

Find waterfalls to hike near University of California-Merced

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near University of California-Merced (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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

40.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around University of California-Merced (7 waterfalls)

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

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

8.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

0.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All Hiking Trails Near University of California-Merced With Waterfalls

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

6.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

8.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

0.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

41.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

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

Foresta Falls

40.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

40.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

40.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

26 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

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

Finnegan Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

44.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near University of California-Merced, California

Spring In Oneill Forebay

40.2 mi 70°F

This unusual 70-degree thermal spring emerges within the O'Neill Forebay, part of California's San Luis Reservoir State Recreat...

Salt Grass Springs

40.8 mi 73°F

Salt Grass Springs emerges at 73°F in the rolling foothills of Stanislaus County near Patterson, providing modest thermal warmt...

Iridat Spring

49.3 mi 73°F

Iridat Spring emerges at 73 degrees Fahrenheit from the Merced County foothills at 1,198 feet elevation, creating a minimal 10-...

Spring

49.8 mi 81°F

This 81-degree thermal spring emerges in Merced County's oak-dotted foothills where the San Joaquin Valley rises toward the inl...
Mercey Hot Springs

Mercey Hot Springs

51.1 mi 119°F

Mercey Hot Springs flows at a scalding 119°F, among California's hottest springs, located in the remote Little Panoche Valley w...

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