Waterfall Hikes Near Wawona, CA

122 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wawona? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wawona. 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 37.5447°N, -119.6387°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wawona

Find waterfalls to hike near Wawona

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wawona (11 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

32.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wawona (18 waterfalls)

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

Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

17.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Wawona With Waterfalls

Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

38.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

17.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

32.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

3.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

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

Chinquapin Falls

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

Illilouette Falls

30.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

11.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

1.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

4.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Upper Yosemite Falls

12.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

12.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

0.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

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

Angel Falls

38.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

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

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Fish Creek Hot Springs

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Reds Meadow Hot Springs

27.5 mi 115°F

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Fumaroles

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Unnamed Spring Mono County 2

Unnamed Spring Mono County 2

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Casa Diablo Hot Springs And Geyser

Casa Diablo Hot Springs And Geyser

35.7 mi 199°F

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