Waterfall Hikes Near Nevada City, CA

3,142 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nevada City? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nevada City. 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 39.2607°N, -121.0231°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nevada City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 12 gauged

3 of 5 waterfalls near Nevada City are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Indian Falls Roaring Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 69°F Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Nevada City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Indian Falls Roaring · 37 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Moderate · 6720 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nevada City (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nevada City (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
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Nevada City

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
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown

Hackmans Falls

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

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

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

The Falls

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

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

23.3 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nevada City

Are there free waterfalls near Nevada City?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Nevada City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nevada City?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Nevada City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nevada City?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nevada City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nevada City?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nevada City, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nevada City?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Nevada City, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nevada City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nevada City is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nevada City?

The tallest waterfall near Nevada City is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Nevada City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nevada City?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Nevada City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nevada City?

The closest waterfall to Nevada City is Codfish Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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