Waterfall Hikes Near Lake of the Woods, CA

729 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake of the Woods? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake of the Woods. 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 34.8225°N, -119.0025°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake of the Woods

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

3 of 6 waterfalls near Lake of the Woods are flowing strongly today

Jackson Falls Strong The Punch Bowl Strong Rose Valley Falls Roaring Tangerine Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 76°F Areas Of Fog
Lab 79°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 80°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 81°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lake of the Woods

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rose Valley Falls Strong · 0 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Strong · 4 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 The Punch Bowl Strong · 4 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Tangerine Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Wellhouse Falls Low · 0 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake of the Woods (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.

Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake of the Woods (3 waterfalls)

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

The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Lake of the Woods

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

44.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
The Punch Bowl waterfall

The Punch Bowl

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rose Valley Falls waterfall

Rose Valley Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft

Sisquoc Falls

35.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tangerine Falls waterfall CC

Tangerine Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 900 ft
Wellhouse Falls waterfall CC

Wellhouse Falls

4.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake of the Woods

Are there free waterfalls near Lake of the Woods?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Lake of the Woods, including Sisquoc Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake of the Woods?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lake of the Woods, including Rose Valley Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake of the Woods?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake of the Woods, including Rose Valley Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake of the Woods?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake of the Woods, including Jackson Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake of the Woods?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake of the Woods, including The Punch Bowl.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake of the Woods?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake of the Woods is Jackson Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake of the Woods?

The tallest waterfall near Lake of the Woods is Rose Valley Falls at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake of the Woods require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake of the Woods requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake of the Woods?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Lake of the Woods have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake of the Woods?

The closest waterfall to Lake of the Woods is Jackson Falls, approximately 19.7 miles away.

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