Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Shastina, CA

3,008 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Shastina? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Shastina. 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 41.5213°N, -122.3756°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Shastina

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 16 gauged

3 of 7 waterfalls near Lake Shastina are flowing strongly today

Chocolate Falls Moderate Coquette Falls Strong Whitney Falls Strong Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring Maple Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 66°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 73°F Sunny
Sun 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 79°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Shastina

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Marjorie Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring · 51 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Coquette Falls Strong · 66 cfs 85th percentile
  4. 4 Whitney Falls Strong · 66 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Chocolate Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Maple Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Shastina (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.

Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

6.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Shastina (7 waterfalls)

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

Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

17.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Ash Creek Falls waterfall

Ash Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Lake Shastina

Whitney Falls waterfall

Whitney Falls

17.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Coquette Falls

18 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Faery Falls waterfall

Faery Falls

6.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Ash Creek Falls waterfall

Ash Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Creek Falls waterfall

Johnson Creek Falls

45.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

0.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

42.6 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chocolate Falls

24.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

23.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

49 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

Marjorie Falls

17.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Kinner Falls

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

Potem Falls

15.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatchet Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Shastina

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Shastina?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Lake Shastina, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Shastina?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Shastina, including Faery Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Shastina?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shastina, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shastina?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Shastina, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Shastina?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Shastina, including Hatchet Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Shastina?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Shastina is Ash Creek Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Shastina?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Shastina is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Shastina?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Lake Shastina have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Shastina?

The closest waterfall to Lake Shastina is Whitney Falls, approximately 8.7 miles away.

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