Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Valley, CA

1,737 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Valley? There are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yosemite Valley. 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 37.7407°N, -119.5779°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Yosemite Valley

Find waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Valley

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Valley (11 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.

Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

44.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yosemite Valley (20 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

20.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

21.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

44.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

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

Upper Yosemite Falls

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

Yosemite Falls

44.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

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

Illilouette Falls

19 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

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

Bridalveil Fall

44.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

43.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

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

The Cascades

40.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

40.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

38.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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