Waterfall Hikes Near McKinleyville, CA

16,913 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McKinleyville? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McKinleyville. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.9488°N, -124.0857°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McKinleyville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 of 5 waterfalls near McKinleyville are flowing strongly today

Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Canyon Creek Falls Roaring Ishi Pishi Falls Strong Pepperwood Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 67°F

Tod 61°F Isolated Rain Showers
Sat 62°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 62°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Lab 65°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 65°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 67°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 67°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near McKinleyville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 1130 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Ishi Pishi Falls Strong · 286 cfs 83rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McKinleyville (3 waterfalls)

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

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near McKinleyville

Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

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

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

18.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McKinleyville

Are there free waterfalls near McKinleyville?

There are 3 free waterfalls near McKinleyville, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McKinleyville?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near McKinleyville, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McKinleyville?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near McKinleyville, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near McKinleyville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near McKinleyville, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McKinleyville?

The shortest waterfall hike near McKinleyville is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near McKinleyville require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McKinleyville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near McKinleyville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McKinleyville?

The closest waterfall to McKinleyville is Gray Falls, approximately 30.1 miles away.

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Sulphur Springs

67.1 mi 84°F

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