Waterfall Hikes Near Carpinteria, CA

13,187 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carpinteria? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carpinteria. 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 34.3962°N, -119.5118°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carpinteria

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

3 of 7 waterfalls near Carpinteria are flowing strongly today

Jackson Falls Strong The Punch Bowl Strong Nojoqui Falls Barely Flowing Rose Valley Falls Roaring Tangerine Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 68°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Carpinteria

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rose Valley Falls Strong · 0 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Strong · 4 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 The Punch Bowl Strong · 4 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Tangerine Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Nojoqui Falls Low · 18 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Wellhouse Falls Low · 0 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carpinteria (2 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.

Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carpinteria (4 waterfalls)

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

Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Carpinteria

Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft
Wellhouse Falls waterfall CC

Wellhouse Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

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

Jackson Falls

44.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Sisquoc Falls

35.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nojoqui Falls waterfall

Nojoqui Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carpinteria

Are there free waterfalls near Carpinteria?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Carpinteria, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carpinteria?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Carpinteria, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carpinteria?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carpinteria, including Nojoqui Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carpinteria?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carpinteria, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Carpinteria?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Carpinteria, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carpinteria?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carpinteria is Jackson Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carpinteria?

The tallest waterfall near Carpinteria is Rose Valley Falls at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Carpinteria require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carpinteria?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Carpinteria have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carpinteria?

The closest waterfall to Carpinteria is Tangerine Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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