Waterfall Hikes Near San Juan Bautista, CA

1,976 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Juan Bautista? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Juan Bautista. 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 36.8450°N, -121.5371°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Juan Bautista

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

7 of 13 waterfalls near San Juan Bautista are flowing strongly today

Berry Creek Falls Strong Castle Rock Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring McWay Falls Strong Pfeiffer Falls Strong Pine Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 73°F Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Sunny
Lab 81°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 80°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near San Juan Bautista

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Berry Creek Falls Strong · 2 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 McWay Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Pfeiffer Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 72nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Juan Bautista (4 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Juan Bautista (3 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near San Juan Bautista

Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

38 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

36.7 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Pine Falls waterfall

Pine Falls

37.6 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

34 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

9.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Juan Bautista

Are there free waterfalls near San Juan Bautista?

There are 2 free waterfalls near San Juan Bautista, including Golden Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Juan Bautista?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near San Juan Bautista, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Juan Bautista?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Juan Bautista, including Golden Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Juan Bautista?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Juan Bautista, including Berry Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Juan Bautista?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Juan Bautista is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Juan Bautista?

The tallest waterfall near San Juan Bautista is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near San Juan Bautista require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Juan Bautista?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near San Juan Bautista have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Juan Bautista?

The closest waterfall to San Juan Bautista is Triple Falls, approximately 22.3 miles away.

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