Waterfall Hikes Near Idlewild, CA

48 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Idlewild? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Idlewild. 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 35.8096°N, -118.6704°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Idlewild

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

3 of 10 waterfalls near Idlewild are flowing strongly today

Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing Marble Falls Barely Flowing Roaring River Falls Barely Flowing Volcano Falls Barely Flowing Tufa Falls Barely Flowing Tokopah Falls Barely Flowing Cholollo Falls Strong Salmon Creek Falls Strong South Creek Falls Strong Fossil Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Idlewild

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Fossil Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Cholollo Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Creek Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 South Creek Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Chagoopa Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Marble Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Idlewild (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Idlewild (2 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Idlewild

Cholollo Falls

33.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Creek Falls waterfall

Salmon Creek Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Creek Falls waterfall

South Creek Falls

13.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tufa Falls waterfall

Tufa Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Volcano Falls waterfall

Volcano Falls

43 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Tokopah Falls waterfall

Tokopah Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Fossil Falls waterfall

Fossil Falls

38.8 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Marble Falls waterfall

Marble Falls

22.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chagoopa Falls waterfall

Chagoopa Falls

California
Hard
30.0 miles 6 ft
Roaring River Falls waterfall

Roaring River Falls

43.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Idlewild

Are there free waterfalls near Idlewild?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Idlewild, including Fossil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Idlewild?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Idlewild, including Fossil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Idlewild?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Idlewild, including Fossil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Idlewild?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Idlewild, including Fossil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Idlewild?

The shortest waterfall hike near Idlewild is Chagoopa Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Idlewild?

The tallest waterfall near Idlewild is Tokopah Falls at 1,200 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Idlewild require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Idlewild?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Idlewild have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Idlewild?

The closest waterfall to Idlewild is Cholollo Falls, approximately 13.3 miles away.

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