Waterfall Hikes Near Chinese Camp, CA

54 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chinese Camp? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chinese Camp. 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 37.8702°N, -120.4443°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chinese Camp

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Chinese Camp have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls 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 Finnegan Falls Low Jawbone Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 83°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Chinese Camp

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 The Cascades Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Silver Strand Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chinese Camp (5 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.

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chinese Camp (4 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Chinese Camp

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

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

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

27.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

44.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

29.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

30.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

30.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

12.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Upper Yosemite Falls waterfall

Upper Yosemite Falls

30.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

31.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

13.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

10.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

12 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chinese Camp

Are there free waterfalls near Chinese Camp?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Chinese Camp, including Jawbone Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chinese Camp?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Chinese Camp, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chinese Camp?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chinese Camp, including Little Nellie Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chinese Camp?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chinese Camp, including Bridalveil Fall.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chinese Camp?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chinese Camp is Bridalveil Fall at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chinese Camp?

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

Do any waterfalls near Chinese Camp require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Chinese Camp require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chinese Camp?

Yes, 32 waterfalls near Chinese Camp have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chinese Camp?

The closest waterfall to Chinese Camp is Preston Falls, approximately 24.5 miles away.

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