Waterfall Hikes Near Mariposa, CA

1,060 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mariposa? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mariposa. 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 37.4912°N, -119.9722°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mariposa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 42 gauged

37 waterfalls near Mariposa have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Minaret Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 75°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 83°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mariposa

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 36th percentile
  2. 2 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Strand Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  4. 4 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 The Cascades Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mariposa (9 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

27.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mariposa (12 waterfalls)

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

Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Mariposa

Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

12.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

20.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

13.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

45.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

4.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.6 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

41.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

41.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
California Falls waterfall

California Falls

21.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft
Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

38.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
White Cascade waterfall

White Cascade

20.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
11.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mariposa

Are there free waterfalls near Mariposa?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mariposa, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mariposa?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Mariposa, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mariposa?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mariposa, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mariposa?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mariposa, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mariposa?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mariposa, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mariposa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mariposa is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mariposa?

The tallest waterfall near Mariposa is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mariposa require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Mariposa require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mariposa?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Mariposa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mariposa?

The closest waterfall to Mariposa is Red Rock Falls, approximately 17 miles away.

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