Waterfall Hikes Near Washoe Valley, NV

3,235 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washoe Valley? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Washoe Valley. 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 39.2923°N, -119.7767°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Washoe Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 10 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Washoe Valley is flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Barely Flowing Llewellyn Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low Horsetail Falls Low Sawyier Falls Low Jumbo Falls Moderate Twenty Six Foot Drop Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 91°F

Wed 91°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 91°F Patchy Smoke
Fri 91°F Sunny Best
Sat 91°F Sunny
Sun 90°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Washoe Valley

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Twenty Six Foot Drop Roaring · 114 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Eagle Falls Low · 8 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Horsetail Falls Low · 8 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Sawyier Falls Low · 8 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Carson Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Jumbo Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Washoe Valley (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.

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

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

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Washoe Valley

Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

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

Eagle Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

33.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

30 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

Twenty Six Foot Drop

38.7 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Llewellyn Falls

25.3 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft

Hackmans Falls

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

Loves Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Washoe Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Washoe Valley?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Washoe Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Washoe Valley?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Washoe Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Washoe Valley?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Washoe Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Washoe Valley?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Washoe Valley, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Washoe Valley?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Washoe Valley, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Washoe Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Washoe Valley is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Washoe Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Washoe Valley is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Washoe Valley require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Washoe Valley?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Washoe Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Washoe Valley?

The closest waterfall to Washoe Valley is Jumbo Falls, approximately 5.4 miles away.

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