Waterfall Hikes Near Visalia, CA

163,681 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Visalia? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Visalia. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 36.3276°N, -119.3269°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Visalia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 8 gauged

6 waterfalls near Visalia have live flow data today

Chagoopa Falls Low Marble Falls Low Volcano Falls Low Tufa Falls Low Tokopah Falls Low Cholollo Falls Moderate

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 99°F

Tod 99°F Sunny Best
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny
Sat 87°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Visalia

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chagoopa Falls Low · 13 cfs 17th percentile
  2. 2 Marble Falls Low · 13 cfs 17th percentile
  3. 3 Volcano Falls Low · 13 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Tufa Falls Low · 13 cfs 17th percentile
  5. 5 Tokopah Falls Low · 13 cfs 17th percentile
  6. 6 Cholollo Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 0th percentile

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All 8 Waterfalls Near Visalia

Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

35.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ella Falls

34.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

12.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

40.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

24.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

42.4 miles away
California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft

Cholollo Falls

28.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Visalia

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Visalia?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Visalia, including Marble Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Visalia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Visalia is Chagoopa Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Visalia?

The tallest waterfall near Visalia is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Visalia require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Visalia?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Visalia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Visalia?

The closest waterfall to Visalia is Marble Falls, approximately 33.6 miles away.

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