Waterfall Hikes Near Washington, CA

117 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washington? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Washington. 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 39.3591°N, -120.7905°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Washington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 13 gauged

4 of 6 waterfalls near Washington are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Moderate Indian Falls Roaring Jumbo Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 64°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 71°F Sunny Best
Sun 69°F Sunny
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 78°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Washington

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Roaring · 42 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Eagle Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Salmon Falls (historical) Low · 2490 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Washington (5 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.

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Washington (10 waterfalls)

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

Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 13 Waterfalls Near Washington

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

23.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

14 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Washington

Are there free waterfalls near Washington?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Washington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Washington?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Washington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Washington?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Washington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Washington?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Washington, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Washington?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Washington, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Washington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Washington is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Washington?

The tallest waterfall near Washington is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Washington require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Washington?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Washington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Washington?

The closest waterfall to Washington is Hackmans Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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