Waterfall Hikes Near Lakehead, CA

569 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakehead? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakehead. 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 40.9007°N, -122.3924°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakehead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 25 gauged

7 of 12 waterfalls near Lakehead are flowing strongly today

Burney Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Canyon Creek Falls Strong Clover Creek Falls Roaring Coquette Falls Strong Whitney Falls Strong Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 73°F

Tod 73°F Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Chance Light Rain
Lab 85°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lakehead

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Clover Creek Falls Roaring · 298 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 1130 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Kickapoo Waterfall Roaring · 51 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Coquette Falls Strong · 66 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakehead (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 Lakehead (15 waterfalls)

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

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

Lion Slide Falls

23.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

20 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Lakehead

Potem Falls waterfall

Potem Falls

15.8 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

Hatchet Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mossbrae Falls waterfall

Mossbrae Falls

37.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lion Slide Falls

23.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montgomery Creek Falls waterfall

Montgomery Creek Falls

20 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lion Wash Falls waterfall

Lion Wash Falls

23.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft

Kinner Falls

29.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clover Creek Falls waterfall

Clover Creek Falls

11.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

Kickapoo Waterfall

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

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

0.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

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

Ash Creek Falls

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

Burney Falls

28.1 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakehead

Are there free waterfalls near Lakehead?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Lakehead, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakehead?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Lakehead, including Burney Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakehead?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lakehead, including Ash Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakehead?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakehead, including Ash Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lakehead?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lakehead, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakehead?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakehead?

The tallest waterfall near Lakehead is Lower Falls at 320 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lakehead require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakehead?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Lakehead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakehead?

The closest waterfall to Lakehead is Potem Falls, approximately 18.4 miles away.

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