Waterfall Hikes Near Emerald Lake Hills, CA

4,425 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Emerald Lake Hills? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Emerald Lake Hills. 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 37.4662°N, -122.2674°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Emerald Lake Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

6 of 20 waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Emerald Lake Hills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Butano Falls Strong · 6 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Golden Falls Strong · 6 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Strong · 6 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Castle Rock Falls Strong · 1 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Strong · 0 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Dawn Falls Strong · 0 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Emerald Lake Hills (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Emerald Lake Hills (8 waterfalls)

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

Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Emerald Lake Hills

Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

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

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Tehan Falls

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

Kent Falls

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

Dawn Falls

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

Maple Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Emerald Lake Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Emerald Lake Hills?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Emerald Lake Hills, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Emerald Lake Hills?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Emerald Lake Hills, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Lake Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near Emerald Lake Hills is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills?

The tallest waterfall near Emerald Lake Hills is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Emerald Lake Hills?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Emerald Lake Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Emerald Lake Hills?

The closest waterfall to Emerald Lake Hills is Butano Falls, approximately 13.1 miles away.

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