Waterfall Hikes Near Ruth, CA

151 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ruth? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ruth. 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 40.2943°N, -123.3483°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ruth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

5 of 7 waterfalls near Ruth are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 83°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Ruth

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pepperwood Falls Roaring · 10 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 1130 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Burnt Ranch Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Gray Falls Strong · 1240 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Mill Creek Falls Strong · 32 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Creek Falls Moderate · 1190 cfs 48th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ruth (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

All 7 Waterfalls Near Ruth

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
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

27.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ruth

Are there free waterfalls near Ruth?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ruth?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ruth?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ruth?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ruth?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ruth?

The tallest waterfall near Ruth is Whiskeytown Falls at 220 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ruth require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ruth?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Ruth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ruth?

The closest waterfall to Ruth is Pepperwood Falls, approximately 29.8 miles away.

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