Waterfall Hikes Near Nipinnawasee, CA

341 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nipinnawasee? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nipinnawasee. 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 37.4031°N, -119.7293°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 45 gauged

40 waterfalls near Nipinnawasee 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 Low Illilouette Falls Low Lehamite Falls Low Lower Yosemite Fall Low Nevada Fall Low Pywiack Cascade Low Royal Arch Cascade Low Sentinel Fall Low Silver Apron Low Yosemite Falls Low Vernal Fall Low Upper Yosemite Falls Low Staircase Falls Low Snow Creek Falls Low 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 Cascade Falls Moderate Horsetail 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 Sardine Falls Moderate Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 81°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 84°F Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Nipinnawasee

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Jawbone Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 36th percentile
  4. 4 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Strand Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile
  6. 6 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nipinnawasee (10 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nipinnawasee (15 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
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft

Camino Falls

49.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chinquapin Falls waterfall

Chinquapin Falls

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

Foresta Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Silver Strand Falls waterfall

Silver Strand Falls

30.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bridalveil Fall waterfall

Bridalveil Fall

30.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
0.5 miles 80 ft
Ribbon Fall waterfall

Ribbon Fall

29.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

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

Illilouette Falls

42 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Lower Yosemite Fall waterfall

Lower Yosemite Fall

31.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

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

Upper Yosemite Falls

30.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.6 miles 2 ft
Yosemite Falls waterfall

Yosemite Falls

12.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.2 miles 2,700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nipinnawasee

Are there free waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nipinnawasee?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Nipinnawasee, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nipinnawasee?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nipinnawasee, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nipinnawasee?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Nipinnawasee?

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

Do any waterfalls near Nipinnawasee require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nipinnawasee?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Nipinnawasee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nipinnawasee?

The closest waterfall to Nipinnawasee is Corlieu Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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