Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown, CA

29 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Youngstown? There are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Youngstown. 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 37.6481°N, -119.7182°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 50 gauged

45 waterfalls near Youngstown have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Moderate Minaret Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Moderate Tueeulala Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 68°F

Tod 79°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 69°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 68°F Sunny Best
Sat 70°F Sunny
Sun 71°F Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Youngstown

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snow Creek Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Staircase Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Vernal Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Yosemite Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Apron Moderate · 31 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown (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.

Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

19.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

21.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Youngstown (20 waterfalls)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

All 50 Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

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

Foresta Falls

19.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

Silver Strand Falls

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

Little Nellie Falls

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

Bridalveil Fall

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

Ribbon Fall

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

Chilnualna Fall

41.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

32.5 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

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

Staircase Falls

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

Upper Yosemite Falls

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

Yosemite Falls

27.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

2.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

25.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

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

Lehamite Falls

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

Nevada Fall

43.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Are there free waterfalls near Youngstown?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Youngstown, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Youngstown?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Youngstown, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Youngstown?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Youngstown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Youngstown is Angel Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Youngstown require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Youngstown require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Youngstown?

Yes, 50 waterfalls near Youngstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Youngstown?

The closest waterfall to Youngstown is Chinquapin Falls, approximately 2.6 miles away.

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