Waterfall Hikes Near San Andreas, CA

2,936 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Andreas? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Andreas. 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 38.1911°N, -120.6763°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Andreas

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 8 gauged

7 waterfalls near San Andreas have live flow data today

Cascade Falls Moderate Finnegan Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Low Preston Falls Moderate Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 91°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Andreas

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Finnegan Falls Moderate · 658 cfs 46th percentile
  3. 3 Preston Falls Moderate · 85 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Jawbone Falls Low · 16 cfs 22nd percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls (historical) Barely Flowing · 2460 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Wapama Falls Barely Flowing · 86 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Andreas (2 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.

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Andreas (4 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
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near San Andreas

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

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

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Andreas

Are there free waterfalls near San Andreas?

There are 5 free waterfalls near San Andreas, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Andreas?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near San Andreas, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Andreas?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Andreas, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Andreas?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Andreas, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Andreas?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near San Andreas, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Andreas?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Andreas is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Andreas?

The tallest waterfall near San Andreas is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Andreas?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near San Andreas have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Andreas?

The closest waterfall to San Andreas is Jawbone Falls, approximately 38.7 miles away.

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