Waterfall Hikes Near Hayfork, CA

3,227 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hayfork? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hayfork. 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 40.5610°N, -123.1298°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hayfork

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

4 of 7 waterfalls near Hayfork are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 86°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 81°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Hayfork

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Strong · 1130 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Strong · 1280 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Kickapoo Waterfall Moderate · 37 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Moderate · 1190 cfs 51st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hayfork (5 waterfalls)

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

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
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 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

All 7 Waterfalls Near Hayfork

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
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 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
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

23.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hayfork

Are there free waterfalls near Hayfork?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Hayfork, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hayfork?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hayfork, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayfork?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayfork, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hayfork?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Hayfork, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hayfork?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hayfork is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hayfork?

The tallest waterfall near Hayfork is Whiskeytown Falls at 220 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hayfork require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hayfork?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Hayfork have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hayfork?

The closest waterfall to Hayfork is Whiskeytown Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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