Waterfall Hikes Near Post Mountain, CA

101 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Post Mountain? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Post Mountain. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.4160°N, -123.2316°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Post Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

5 of 7 waterfalls near Post Mountain are flowing strongly today

Burnt Ranch Falls Strong Gray Falls Strong Canyon Creek Falls Strong Crystal Creek Falls Moderate Whiskeytown Falls Moderate Mill Creek Falls Strong Pepperwood Falls Roaring

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 62°F Sunny
Sat 70°F Sunny Best
Sun 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 74°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Post Mountain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Strong · 1130 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Mill Creek Falls Strong · 32 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Moderate · 1180 cfs 29th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Post Mountain (5 waterfalls)

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

Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Post Mountain

Pepperwood Falls waterfall

Pepperwood Falls

18.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Burnt Ranch Falls waterfall

Burnt Ranch Falls

37.2 miles away
California
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Gray Falls waterfall

Gray Falls

35.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Whiskeytown Falls waterfall

Whiskeytown Falls

21.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 700 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

California
Hard
16.0 miles 2 ft
Crystal Creek Falls waterfall

Crystal Creek Falls

49.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Post Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Post Mountain?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Post Mountain, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Post Mountain?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Post Mountain, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Post Mountain?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Post Mountain, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Post Mountain?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Post Mountain, including Burnt Ranch Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Post Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Post Mountain is Burnt Ranch Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Post Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Post Mountain is Whiskeytown Falls at 220 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Post Mountain require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Post Mountain?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Post Mountain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Post Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Post Mountain is Pepperwood Falls, approximately 28.8 miles away.

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