Waterfall Hikes Near Buena Vista, CA

713 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buena Vista? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buena 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 38.2975°N, -120.9174°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Buena Vista are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 78°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 90°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Buena Vista

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Finnegan Falls Low · 579 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buena Vista (1 waterfall)

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buena Vista (3 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

All 4 Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Codfish Falls

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

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buena Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Buena Vista?

There is 1 free waterfall near Buena Vista, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buena Vista?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Buena Vista, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buena Vista?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buena Vista, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buena Vista?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Buena Vista, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buena Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buena Vista is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Buena Vista require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buena Vista?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Buena Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buena Vista?

The closest waterfall to Buena Vista is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 29 miles away.

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