Waterfall Hikes Near Castella, CA

255 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Castella? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Castella. 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 41.1549°N, -122.3032°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Castella

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 24 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Castella are flowing strongly today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Strong Clover Creek Falls Roaring Coquette Falls Strong Whitney Falls Strong Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Kickapoo Waterfall Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 76°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 72°F Chance Light Rain
Lab 78°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 81°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Castella

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Clover Creek Falls Roaring · 259 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Strong · 1130 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Coquette Falls Strong · 66 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Kickapoo Waterfall Strong · 50 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Whitney Falls Strong · 66 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Burney Falls Moderate · 1030 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Castella (4 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.

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
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

42.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Castella (13 waterfalls)

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

Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

17.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Castella

Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

37.1 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
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
Ash Creek Falls waterfall

Ash Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

23.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kinner Falls

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

Potem Falls

15.8 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
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

20 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
Burney Falls waterfall

Burney Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
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
Johnson Creek Falls waterfall

Johnson Creek Falls

45.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Castella

Are there free waterfalls near Castella?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Castella, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Castella?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Castella, including Burney Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Castella?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Castella, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Castella?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Castella, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Castella?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Castella?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Castella?

The tallest waterfall near Castella is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Castella require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Castella?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Castella have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Castella?

The closest waterfall to Castella is Mossbrae Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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