Waterfall Hikes Near Madeline, CA

31 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madeline? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madeline. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.0514°N, -120.4755°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madeline

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 3 gauged

2 waterfalls near Madeline have live flow data today

Mill Creek Falls Moderate Pit River Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 64°F

Aft 65°F Sunny
Sun 60°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 64°F Sunny Best
Tue 72°F Sunny
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Madeline

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mill Creek Falls Moderate · 83 cfs 43rd percentile
  2. 2 Pit River Falls Moderate · 851 cfs 25th percentile

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All 3 Waterfalls Near Madeline

Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

9.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.8 miles 600 ft
Young Falls waterfall

Young Falls

35.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pit River Falls waterfall

Pit River Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madeline

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madeline?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Madeline, including Mill Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madeline?

The shortest waterfall hike near Madeline is Mill Creek Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Madeline?

The tallest waterfall near Madeline is Mill Creek Falls at 75 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madeline?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Madeline have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madeline?

The closest waterfall to Madeline is Mill Creek Falls, approximately 19.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

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Bare Ranch Spring

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