Waterfall Hikes Near Walker, CA

499 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Walker? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Walker. 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 38.5185°N, -119.4730°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Walker

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

2 of 40 waterfalls near Walker are flowing strongly today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Carson Falls Strong Llewellyn Falls Strong Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tue 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Walker

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snow Creek Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Bunnell Cascade Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Staircase Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Royal Arch Cascade Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Vernal Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Walker (7 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.

Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Walker (12 waterfalls)

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

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

18.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Walker

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

17.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

16.7 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

18.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

3.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

16.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

California Falls

16.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

16 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

23.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

26.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

41.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

27.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

26.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

28.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

43.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

28.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Walker

Are there free waterfalls near Walker?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Walker, including Carson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Walker?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Walker, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Walker?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Walker, including Carson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Walker?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Walker, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Walker?

The shortest waterfall hike near Walker is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Walker?

The tallest waterfall near Walker is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Walker require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Walker require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Walker?

Yes, 40 waterfalls near Walker have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Walker?

The closest waterfall to Walker is Llewellyn Falls, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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