Waterfall Hikes Near Riverbank, CA

24,803 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Riverbank? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Riverbank. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 37.7260°N, -120.9433°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Riverbank

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Riverbank is flowing strongly today

Finnegan Falls Low Little Nellie Falls Moderate Tehan Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 78°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Lab 85°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Riverbank

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tehan Falls Strong · 5 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 Finnegan Falls Low · 588 cfs 12th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Riverbank (1 waterfall)

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

Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Riverbank

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Riverbank

Are there free waterfalls near Riverbank?

There is 1 free waterfall near Riverbank, including Little Nellie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Riverbank?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Riverbank, including Little Nellie Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverbank?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Riverbank, including Little Nellie Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Riverbank?

The shortest waterfall hike near Riverbank is Finnegan Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Riverbank?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Riverbank has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Riverbank?

The closest waterfall to Riverbank is Finnegan Falls, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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