Waterfall Hikes Near Vallecito, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vallecito? Luckily, there are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vallecito, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Vallecito
Find waterfalls to hike near Vallecito
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vallecito (14 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.

Jawbone Falls
55.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rancheria Falls
41.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Cascade Falls
35.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vallecito (13 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Preston Falls
37.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 8.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Rancheria Falls
41.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Cascade Falls
35.5 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Vallecito With Waterfalls

Lower Yosemite Fall
10.2 miles away
Finnegan Falls
62.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

California
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Royal Arch Cascade
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Sentinel Fall
8.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Staircase Falls
10.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Llewellyn Falls
17.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 6.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft

Snow Creek Falls
3 miles away
Vernal Fall
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Illilouette Falls
9.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft

Silver Apron
11.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Nevada Fall
11.6 miles away
Salmon Falls (historical)
40.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft


Red Rock Falls
39.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Corlieu Falls
39.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft