Waterfall Hikes Near Douglas City, CA

1,103 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Douglas City? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Douglas City. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.6529°N, -122.9283°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Douglas City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 11 gauged

6 of 9 waterfalls near Douglas City are flowing strongly today

Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Canyon Creek Falls Roaring Clover Creek Falls Roaring Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring Pepperwood Falls Roaring

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Douglas City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Clover Creek Falls Roaring · 370 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 1130 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring · 51 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Douglas City (7 waterfalls)

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

Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Douglas City

Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

23.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

11.6 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
Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Creek Falls waterfall

Bear Creek Falls

41.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Douglas City

Are there free waterfalls near Douglas City?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Douglas City, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Douglas City?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Douglas City, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Douglas City?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Douglas City, including Bear Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Douglas City?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Douglas City, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Douglas City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Douglas City is Bear Creek Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Douglas City?

The tallest waterfall near Douglas City is Whiskeytown Falls at 220 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Douglas City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Douglas City?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Douglas City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Douglas City?

The closest waterfall to Douglas City is Crystal Creek Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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