Waterfall Hikes Near North Gate, CA

900 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Gate? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Gate. 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 37.9055°N, -121.9978°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Gate

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

11 of 21 waterfalls near North Gate are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Strong Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 91°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 90°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Gate

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Butano Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Dawn Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Gate (3 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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Gate (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near North Gate

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Gate

Are there free waterfalls near North Gate?

There are 7 free waterfalls near North Gate, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Gate?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near North Gate, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Gate?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Gate, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Gate?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Gate, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Gate?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near North Gate, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Gate?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Gate is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North Gate?

The tallest waterfall near North Gate is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near North Gate require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Gate?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near North Gate have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Gate?

The closest waterfall to North Gate is Tehan Falls, approximately 13.8 miles away.

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