Waterfall Hikes Near Kirkwood, CA

249 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kirkwood? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kirkwood. 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 38.6930°N, -120.0641°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kirkwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 16 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Kirkwood is flowing strongly today

Carson Falls Moderate Llewellyn Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 64°F

Tod 52°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 60°F Sunny
Sun 58°F Sunny
Lab 64°F Sunny Best
Tue 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 67°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 67°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Kirkwood

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 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Carson Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kirkwood (4 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 Kirkwood (11 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

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Kirkwood

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Sawyier Falls

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

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft

Llewellyn Falls

42.8 miles away
California
Moderate
6.0 miles 600 ft

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Jumbo Falls

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

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Wapama Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kirkwood

Are there free waterfalls near Kirkwood?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Kirkwood, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kirkwood?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Kirkwood, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kirkwood?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kirkwood, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kirkwood?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kirkwood, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kirkwood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kirkwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kirkwood?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kirkwood require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kirkwood?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Kirkwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kirkwood?

The closest waterfall to Kirkwood is Horsetail Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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