Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Valley, CA
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Valley? Luckily, there are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yosemite Valley, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Yosemite Valley
Find waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Valley
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Valley (17 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.

Royal Arch Cascade
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Yosemite Fall
10.2 miles away
Sentinel Fall
8.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yosemite Valley (19 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
All Hiking Trails Near Yosemite Valley With Waterfalls

Staircase Falls
10.3 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Royal Arch Cascade
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

California
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Yosemite Fall
10.2 miles away
Sentinel Fall
8.9 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Yosemite Falls
10.4 miles away
California
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 7.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 2700 ft

Vernal Fall
11.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Illilouette Falls
9.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft

Silver Apron
11.4 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Nevada Fall
11.6 miles away
Snow Creek Falls
3 miles away
Ribbon Fall
7.2 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridalveil Fall
6.4 miles away
Bunnell Cascade
46.8 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 7.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Silver Strand Falls
37 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Pywiack Cascade
6 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

The Cascades
4.1 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Wildcat Falls
3.7 miles awayCalifornia
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
