Waterfall Hikes Near Bridgeport, CA

408 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bridgeport? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bridgeport. 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 38.2561°N, -119.2123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 41 gauged

40 waterfalls near Bridgeport have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 74°F Sunny
Sun 72°F Sunny
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Bridgeport

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Carson Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile
  3. 3 Llewellyn Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 The Cascades Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bridgeport (8 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bridgeport (14 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

36.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

36.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

20.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

38.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

21.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

Waterwheel Falls

41.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

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

Minaret Falls

5 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Lower Rainbow Falls

4.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bridgeport

Are there free waterfalls near Bridgeport?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Carson Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bridgeport?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Bridgeport, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bridgeport?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Carson Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bridgeport, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bridgeport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bridgeport is Bridalveil Fall at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bridgeport?

The tallest waterfall near Bridgeport is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bridgeport require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Bridgeport require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bridgeport?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Bridgeport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bridgeport?

The closest waterfall to Bridgeport is Horsetail Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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