Waterfall Hikes Near Gardnerville, NV

6,147 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gardnerville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gardnerville. 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 38.9390°N, -119.7369°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gardnerville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 14 gauged

1 of 13 waterfalls near Gardnerville is flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Gardnerville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gardnerville (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.

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gardnerville (10 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Gardnerville

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

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

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

14 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Carson Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Llewellyn Falls

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

Sardine Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gardnerville

Are there free waterfalls near Gardnerville?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Gardnerville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gardnerville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gardnerville?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gardnerville, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardnerville?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardnerville, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gardnerville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gardnerville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gardnerville?

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

Do any waterfalls near Gardnerville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gardnerville?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Gardnerville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gardnerville?

The closest waterfall to Gardnerville is Eagle Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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