Waterfall Hikes Near Blackhawk, CA

10,622 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Blackhawk? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Blackhawk. 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 37.8159°N, -121.9071°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Blackhawk

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

10 of 21 waterfalls near Blackhawk are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Strong Kent Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 86°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Blackhawk

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Dawn Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Butano Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Blackhawk (3 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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Blackhawk (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Blackhawk

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Basin Falls

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

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

47.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Blackhawk

Are there free waterfalls near Blackhawk?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Blackhawk, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Blackhawk?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Blackhawk, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Blackhawk?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Blackhawk, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Blackhawk?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Blackhawk, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Blackhawk?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Blackhawk, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Blackhawk?

The shortest waterfall hike near Blackhawk is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Blackhawk?

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

Do any waterfalls near Blackhawk require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Blackhawk?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Blackhawk have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Blackhawk?

The closest waterfall to Blackhawk is Tehan Falls, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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