Waterfall Hikes Near Meadow Vista, CA

3,589 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Meadow Vista? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Meadow Vista. 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 39.0029°N, -121.0303°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Meadow Vista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 12 gauged

2 of 7 waterfalls near Meadow Vista are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing The Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Sunny
Lab 81°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 88°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny

Flowing best right now near Meadow Vista

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 88 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 The Falls Moderate · 6890 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 52nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Meadow Vista (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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Meadow Vista (9 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

All 12 Waterfalls Near Meadow Vista

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

44.1 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Meadow Vista

Are there free waterfalls near Meadow Vista?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Meadow Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Meadow Vista?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Meadow Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Meadow Vista?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Meadow Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Meadow Vista?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Meadow Vista, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Meadow Vista?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Meadow Vista, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Meadow Vista?

The shortest waterfall hike near Meadow Vista is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Meadow Vista?

The tallest waterfall near Meadow Vista is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Meadow Vista require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Meadow Vista require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Meadow Vista?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Meadow Vista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Meadow Vista?

The closest waterfall to Meadow Vista is Codfish Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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