Waterfall Hikes Near West Bishop, CA

2,430 residents

Los Angeles Time Zone

16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Bishop? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Bishop. 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 37.3571°N, -118.4542°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Bishop

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 16 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near West Bishop is flowing strongly today

Horsetail Falls Strong Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Roaring River Falls Barely Flowing Tokopah Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Sat 86°F Sunny

Sun 81°F Sunny

Mon 83°F Sunny Best

Tue 87°F Sunny

Wed 89°F Sunny

Thu 91°F Sunny

Fri 92°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Bishop (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Bishop (6 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls

46.9 miles away

California

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near West Bishop

Second Falls

36.9 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

First Falls

37.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Triple Falls

41 miles away

California

Moderate

4.0 miles 800 ft

Horsetail Falls

46.9 miles away

California

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Mist Falls

44.5 miles away

California

Moderate

8.0 miles 800 ft

Blue Canyon Falls

47.9 miles away

California

Hard

4.0 miles 800 ft

Roaring River Falls

46 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Spray Falls

2.5 miles away

California

Moderate

4.0 miles 800 ft

Twin Falls

26.4 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Lower Rainbow Falls

23.9 miles away

California

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Rainbow Falls

23.7 miles away

California

Moderate

5.0 miles 300 ft

Minaret Falls

21.3 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Camino Falls

10.8 miles away

California

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away

California

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Garlic Falls

42.4 miles away

California

Hard

10.0 miles 2 ft

Tokopah Falls

40.5 miles away

California

Moderate

4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Bishop

Are there free waterfalls near West Bishop?

There are 2 free waterfalls near West Bishop, including Horsetail Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Bishop?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near West Bishop, including Minaret Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Bishop?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop, including Horsetail Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop, including Horsetail Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Bishop?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Bishop is Blue Canyon Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Bishop?

The tallest waterfall near West Bishop is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Bishop?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near West Bishop have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Bishop?

The closest waterfall to West Bishop is Second Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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