Waterfall Hikes Near Vista, CA

98,392 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vista? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vista. 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 33.1896°N, -117.2386°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vista

Find waterfalls to hike near Vista

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vista (1 waterfall)

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 Vista (3 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
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

26.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Vista With Waterfalls

Washtub Falls waterfall

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
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

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

Hidden Heart Falls

26.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Vista, California

De Luz Warm Springs

15.7 mi 85°F

De Luz Warm Springs emerges at 85°F from the rolling hills of northern San Diego County near Fallbrook, where water surfaces ju...

Agua Tibia Spring

17.8 mi 92°F

Agua Tibia Spring emerges at 92°F (33°C) near Rainbow in San Diego's foothills, where the name aptly means warm water in Spanis...
Temecula Hot Springs

Temecula Hot Springs

20.7 mi 116°F

Temecula Hot Springs emerges at 116°F in Riverside County's warm inland valleys, with remarkably alkaline chemistry (pH 9.1) re...
Murrietta Hot Springs

Murrietta Hot Springs

21.6 mi 132°F

Murrietta Hot Springs flows at a dramatic 132°F (56°C) in Riverside County—68 degrees above ambient air temperature—with high s...
Wrenden Hot Sprs, Elsinore Hot Sprs

Wrenden Hot Sprs, Elsinore Hot Sprs

27.1 mi 125°F

Wrenden Hot Springs flows at 125 degrees Fahrenheit virtually roadside in Riverside County, making it one of Southern Californi...
Warner Hot Spring

Warner Hot Spring

30.3 mi 138°F

Warner Hot Springs reaches 138°F in the mountains northeast of San Diego, among California's hottest documented springs. Sittin...

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