Waterfall Hikes Near Dorrington, CA

498 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dorrington? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dorrington. 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 38.3031°N, -120.2648°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dorrington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 17 gauged

16 waterfalls near Dorrington have live flow data today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 62°F Partly Sunny
Sat 68°F Sunny
Sun 66°F Sunny
Lab 71°F Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 73°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 74°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Dorrington

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dorrington (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.

Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

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

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

Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Dorrington

Jawbone Falls

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

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 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
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

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

Horsetail Falls

36.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dorrington

Are there free waterfalls near Dorrington?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Dorrington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dorrington?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Dorrington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dorrington?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dorrington, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dorrington?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dorrington, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dorrington?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Dorrington, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dorrington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dorrington is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dorrington?

The tallest waterfall near Dorrington is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dorrington require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Dorrington require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dorrington?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Dorrington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dorrington?

The closest waterfall to Dorrington is Jawbone Falls, approximately 26.8 miles away.

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