Waterfall Hikes Near Zayante, CA

451 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Zayante? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Zayante. 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 37.0892°N, -122.0409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Zayante

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

1 of 12 waterfalls near Zayante is flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Low Butano Falls Moderate Golden Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Castle Rock Falls Strong Tehan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny · 69°F

Wed 67°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Thu 69°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny Best
Fri 74°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Ind 77°F Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 74°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 76°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Zayante

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Strong · 2 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Tehan Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Zayante (2 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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Zayante (3 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Zayante

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

48.8 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

32.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

34.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

34.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

31.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

31.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

44.5 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

21.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

37.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Zayante

Are there free waterfalls near Zayante?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Zayante, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Zayante?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Zayante, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Zayante?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Zayante, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Zayante?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Zayante, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Zayante?

The shortest waterfall hike near Zayante is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Zayante?

The tallest waterfall near Zayante is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Zayante require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Zayante requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Zayante?

The closest waterfall to Zayante is Maple Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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