Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn Lake Trails, CA

3,846 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn Lake Trails? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Auburn Lake Trails. 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 38.8916°N, -120.9849°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Auburn Lake Trails

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 10 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 83°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Auburn Lake Trails

Updated 32 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn Lake Trails (4 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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Auburn Lake Trails (8 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Auburn Lake Trails

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Auburn Lake Trails

Are there free waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Auburn Lake Trails?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Auburn Lake Trails, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Auburn Lake Trails?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Auburn Lake Trails, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Auburn Lake Trails?

The shortest waterfall hike near Auburn Lake Trails is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails?

The tallest waterfall near Auburn Lake Trails is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Auburn Lake Trails?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Auburn Lake Trails have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Auburn Lake Trails?

The closest waterfall to Auburn Lake Trails is Codfish Falls, approximately 6.4 miles away.

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