Waterfall Hikes Near West Menlo Park, CA

3,401 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Menlo Park? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Menlo Park. 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 37.4339°N, -122.2034°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Menlo Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

11 of 19 waterfalls near West Menlo Park are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Strong Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 75°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 83°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Menlo Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Dawn Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Menlo Park (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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Menlo Park (8 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near West Menlo Park

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

47.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

38 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Menlo Park

Are there free waterfalls near West Menlo Park?

There are 7 free waterfalls near West Menlo Park, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Menlo Park?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near West Menlo Park, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Menlo Park?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Menlo Park, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Menlo Park?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Menlo Park, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Menlo Park?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near West Menlo Park, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Menlo Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Menlo Park is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Menlo Park?

The tallest waterfall near West Menlo Park is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Menlo Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Menlo Park?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near West Menlo Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Menlo Park?

The closest waterfall to West Menlo Park is Butano Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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