Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Valley, CA

1,737 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

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.

Located at 37.7407°N, -119.5779°W

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 waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

69.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

43 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

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 waterfall

Staircase Falls

43.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

69.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

42.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

22.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 50 ft

Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

43 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

41 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 7.6 miles

Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

41 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 7.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 2700 ft

Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

40.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

38.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 4.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 600 ft

Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

42.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 3.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

40.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 7.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

42.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 9.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 2 ft

Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

39.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

40.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 80 ft

Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

44.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 7.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

40.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Drive Up

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

45.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

35.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

49.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park

California

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft