Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Washington, CA

158 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Washington? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Washington. 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 36.8793°N, -119.7613°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Washington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 24 gauged

15 waterfalls near Fort Washington have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna 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 Illilouette Falls Low Lower Yosemite Fall Low Sentinel Fall Low Yosemite Falls Low Upper Yosemite Falls Low Staircase Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 83°F Sunny Best
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Sunny
Lab 88°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 90°F Partly Sunny
Thu 91°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Fort Washington

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bridalveil Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Chilnualna Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Chinquapin Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  4. 4 Foresta Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Washington (6 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Washington (6 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Fort Washington

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Garlic Falls waterfall

Garlic Falls

39.4 miles away
California
Hard
10.0 miles 2 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

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

Chilnualna Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

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

Ella Falls

37 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Camino Falls

49.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

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

Silver Spray Falls

49 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 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
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

30.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Canyon Falls waterfall

Blue Canyon Falls

45.5 miles away
California
Hard
4.0 miles 800 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

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

Ribbon Fall

29.7 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
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

42 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Washington

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Washington?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fort Washington, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Washington?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Washington, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Washington?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Washington, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Washington?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Washington, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Washington?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fort Washington, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Washington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Washington is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Washington?

The tallest waterfall near Fort Washington is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fort Washington require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Washington?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Fort Washington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Washington?

The closest waterfall to Fort Washington is Angel Falls, approximately 30.5 miles away.

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