Waterfall Hikes Near Willow Creek, CA

1,371 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Willow Creek? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Willow Creek. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.9385°N, -123.6412°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Willow Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Willow Creek have live flow data today

Burnt Ranch Falls Low Gray Falls Low Canyon Creek Falls Low Ishi Pishi Falls Low Kickapoo Waterfall Barely Flowing Pepperwood Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 70°F

Tod 70°F Sunny Best
Thu 76°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 71°F Sunny
Sat 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 70°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Willow Creek (3 waterfalls)

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

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

46.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

44.7 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Willow Creek

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

46.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

44.7 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

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

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Willow Creek

Are there free waterfalls near Willow Creek?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Willow Creek, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Willow Creek?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Willow Creek, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Willow Creek?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Willow Creek, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Willow Creek?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Willow Creek, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Willow Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Willow Creek is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Willow Creek require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Willow Creek?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Willow Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Willow Creek?

The closest waterfall to Willow Creek is Gray Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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