Waterfall Hikes Near Rancho Murieta, CA

5,728 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rancho Murieta? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rancho Murieta. 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 38.5085°N, -121.0716°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rancho Murieta

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Rancho Murieta are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 78°F Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 91°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Rancho Murieta

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Finnegan Falls Low · 579 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rancho Murieta (1 waterfall)

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 Rancho Murieta (3 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Rancho Murieta

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rancho Murieta

Are there free waterfalls near Rancho Murieta?

There is 1 free waterfall near Rancho Murieta, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rancho Murieta?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Rancho Murieta, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rancho Murieta?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rancho Murieta, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rancho Murieta?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rancho Murieta, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rancho Murieta?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Rancho Murieta, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rancho Murieta?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rancho Murieta is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Rancho Murieta require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rancho Murieta?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Rancho Murieta have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rancho Murieta?

The closest waterfall to Rancho Murieta is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 12.3 miles away.

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