Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown, CA

29 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Youngstown? There are 48 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

43 of 48 gauged

39 of 43 waterfalls near Youngstown are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 67°F

Wed 63°F Sunny
Thu 67°F Sunny Best
Fri 67°F Sunny
Sat 58°F Sunny
Sun 59°F Sunny
Mon 64°F Sunny
Tue 69°F Sunny

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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

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

The Cascades

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Youngstown (18 waterfalls)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

All 48 Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

25.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

27.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Corlieu Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

33.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

8.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

36.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

36.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

29.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

7.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Camino Falls

15.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

45.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

California Falls

46.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

44.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

37.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Minaret Falls waterfall

Minaret Falls

2.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Jawbone Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Are there free waterfalls near Youngstown?

There are 15 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 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown?

There are 38 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 2425 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, 48 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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