Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Ranch, CA

293 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain Ranch? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain Ranch. 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 38.2117°N, -120.5311°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain Ranch

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 13 gauged

12 waterfalls near Mountain Ranch have live flow data today

Carson Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 75°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 83°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Mountain Ranch

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 45th percentile
  6. 6 Carson Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain Ranch (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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mountain Ranch (10 waterfalls)

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

Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Mountain Ranch

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

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

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Wapama Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carson Falls waterfall

Carson Falls

40.9 miles away
California
Moderate
3.6 miles 800 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain Ranch

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain Ranch?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Mountain Ranch, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Ranch?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Mountain Ranch, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain Ranch?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Ranch, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Ranch?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain Ranch, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain Ranch?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Mountain Ranch, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Ranch?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain Ranch is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain Ranch?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain Ranch is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain Ranch require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain Ranch?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Mountain Ranch have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain Ranch?

The closest waterfall to Mountain Ranch is Jawbone Falls, approximately 33.6 miles away.

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