Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Lakes, CA

5,232 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Lakes? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yosemite Lakes. 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 37.1885°N, -119.7723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 37 gauged

32 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Barely Flowing Chilnualna Fall Barely Flowing Chinquapin Falls Barely Flowing Foresta Falls Barely Flowing Little Nellie Falls Barely Flowing Ribbon Fall Barely Flowing Silver Strand Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Bunnell Cascade Barely Flowing Illilouette Falls Barely Flowing Lehamite Falls Barely Flowing Lower Yosemite Fall Barely Flowing Nevada Fall Barely Flowing Pywiack Cascade Barely Flowing Royal Arch Cascade Barely Flowing Sentinel Fall Barely Flowing Silver Apron Barely Flowing Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Vernal Fall Barely Flowing Upper Yosemite Falls Barely Flowing Staircase Falls Barely Flowing Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing California Falls Low Le Conte Falls Low Rancheria Falls Low Waterwheel Falls Low Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 87°F

Thu 87°F Sunny Best
Fri 91°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Sunny
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 92°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Yosemite Lakes

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 California Falls Low · 194 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Waterwheel Falls Low · 194 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Le Conte Falls Low · 194 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Rancheria Falls Low · 194 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Snow Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 151 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Staircase Falls Barely Flowing · 151 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Lakes (7 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

45.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yosemite Lakes (10 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

43.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

17.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

43.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

45.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

17.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

18.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

11.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

32.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

44.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Camino Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

41.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

The Cascades

44.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

47.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

47.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

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

Sentinel Fall

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

Illilouette Falls

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

Lower Yosemite Fall

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

Staircase Falls

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

Upper Yosemite Falls

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

Yosemite Falls

48 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Yosemite Lakes, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Yosemite Lakes?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Yosemite Lakes?

The shortest waterfall hike near Yosemite Lakes is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

The tallest waterfall near Yosemite Lakes is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Yosemite Lakes?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Yosemite Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Yosemite Lakes is Angel Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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