Waterfall Hikes Near West Bishop, CA

2,430 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Bishop? There are 18 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

9 of 18 gauged

9 waterfalls near West Bishop have live flow data today

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

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 86°F

Tue 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 86°F Sunny Best
Sat 89°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mon 91°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Bishop

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Rainbow Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Minaret Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 47th percentile
  4. 4 Twin Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 38 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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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 (7 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

25 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near West Bishop

Second Falls waterfall

Second Falls

46.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
First Falls waterfall

First Falls

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

Triple Falls

25.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

25 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Blue Canyon Falls waterfall

Blue Canyon Falls

34.3 miles away
California
Hard
4.0 miles 800 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Spray Falls waterfall

Silver Spray Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

19 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

16.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Camino Falls

39.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

7.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

43.4 miles away
California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

42.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

0.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Bishop

Are there free waterfalls near West Bishop?

There are 3 free waterfalls near West Bishop, including Angel 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 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Bishop, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Bishop?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near West Bishop, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Bishop?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Bishop is Angel 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.

Do any waterfalls near West Bishop require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near West Bishop requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Bishop?

Yes, 18 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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