Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Center, CA

10,929 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Valley Center? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Valley Center. 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 33.2330°N, -117.0158°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Valley Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 13 gauged

11 waterfalls near Valley Center have live flow data today

Andreas Falls Low Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing Monkeyface Falls Moderate Washtub Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 86°F

Thu 83°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 84°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny Best
Sun 88°F Sunny
Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Valley Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Monkeyface Falls Low · 46 cfs 24th percentile
  2. 2 Washtub Falls Low · 0 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Andreas Falls Low · 0 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Heart Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Center (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

26.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Valley Center (6 waterfalls)

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

Mildred Falls waterfall

Mildred Falls

41 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

41.6 miles away
California
Hard
6.6 miles 1,000 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Valley Center

Washtub Falls

30.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mildred Falls waterfall

Mildred Falls

41 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

41.6 miles away
California
Hard
6.6 miles 1,000 ft
Maidenhair Falls waterfall

Maidenhair Falls

41.7 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 900 ft
Hidden Heart Falls waterfall

Hidden Heart Falls

9.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

26.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

25.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Andreas Falls waterfall

Andreas Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.6 miles 100 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

43.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Monkeyface Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tahquitz Falls waterfall

Tahquitz Falls

21.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 350 ft
Silverwood Falls waterfall

Silverwood Falls

24.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Valley Center

Are there free waterfalls near Valley Center?

There is 1 free waterfall near Valley Center, including Hidden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Valley Center?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Valley Center, including Andreas Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Valley Center?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Valley Center, including Big Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Center?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Center, including Andreas Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Valley Center?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Valley Center, including Cedar Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Valley Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Valley Center is Andreas Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Valley Center?

The tallest waterfall near Valley Center is Big Falls at 500 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Valley Center require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Valley Center require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Valley Center?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Valley Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Valley Center?

The closest waterfall to Valley Center is Washtub Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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