Waterfall Hikes Near Bella Vista, CA

3,955 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bella Vista? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bella Vista. 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 40.6427°N, -122.2460°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bella Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 26 gauged

2 of 9 waterfalls near Bella Vista are flowing strongly today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Strong Clover Creek Falls Strong Coquette Falls Barely Flowing Whitney Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Creek Falls Low Whiskeytown Falls Low Kickapoo Waterfall Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 78°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Sunny Best
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Bella Vista

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Clover Creek Falls Strong · 99 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Strong · 1130 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Kickapoo Waterfall Moderate · 36 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Burney Falls Moderate · 864 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Pit River Falls Moderate · 864 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Low · 1170 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bella Vista (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bella Vista (15 waterfalls)

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

Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

11.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

20 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Bella Vista

Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

11.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

20 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Lion Slide Falls

23.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

23.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

6.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

0.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

42.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Deadhorse Falls

20.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

17.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Coquette Falls

18 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

4 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Bluff Falls waterfall

Bluff Falls

6.1 miles away
In Lassen Volcanic National Park
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bella Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Bella Vista?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Bella Vista, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bella Vista?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Bella Vista, including Bluff Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bella Vista?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bella Vista, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bella Vista?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bella Vista, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bella Vista?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bella Vista, including Canyon Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bella Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bella Vista is Ash Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bella Vista?

The tallest waterfall near Bella Vista is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bella Vista require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bella Vista require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bella Vista?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Bella Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bella Vista?

The closest waterfall to Bella Vista is Clover Creek Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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