Waterfall Hikes Near Corte Madera, CA

10,155 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Corte Madera? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Corte Madera. 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 37.9238°N, -122.5128°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Corte Madera

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

9 of 14 waterfalls near Corte Madera are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate Berry Creek Falls Moderate Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Strong Kent Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Tehan Falls Strong

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Sunny Best
Sat 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 72°F Sunny
Lab 85°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Corte Madera

Updated 41 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Dawn Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Butano Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Huntington Falls Strong · 1 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Corte Madera (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Corte Madera (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Corte Madera

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Linda Falls waterfall

Linda Falls

41.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

47.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Corte Madera

Are there free waterfalls near Corte Madera?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Corte Madera, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Corte Madera?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Corte Madera, including Green Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Corte Madera?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Corte Madera, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Corte Madera?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Corte Madera, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Corte Madera?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Corte Madera, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Corte Madera?

The shortest waterfall hike near Corte Madera is Alamere Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Corte Madera?

The tallest waterfall near Corte Madera is Berry Creek Falls at 65 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Corte Madera require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Corte Madera?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Corte Madera have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Corte Madera?

The closest waterfall to Corte Madera is Dawn Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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