Waterfall Hikes Near San Lorenzo, CA

29,759 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Lorenzo? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Lorenzo. 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 37.6733°N, -122.1332°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

11 of 21 waterfalls near San Lorenzo are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Strong Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Lorenzo

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Butano Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Golden Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Dawn Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Lorenzo (3 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.

Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Lorenzo (8 waterfalls)

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

Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall CC

Huntington Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

28.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Butano Falls waterfall

Butano Falls

47.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

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

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 ft

Finnegan Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

38 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Upper Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Lorenzo

Are there free waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

There are 7 free waterfalls near San Lorenzo, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Lorenzo?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near San Lorenzo, including Castle Rock Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Lorenzo?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near San Lorenzo, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Lorenzo, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near San Lorenzo, including Green Valley Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Lorenzo?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Lorenzo is Alamere Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Lorenzo?

The tallest waterfall near San Lorenzo is Castle Rock Falls at 80 feet.

Do any waterfalls near San Lorenzo require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Lorenzo?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near San Lorenzo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Lorenzo?

The closest waterfall to San Lorenzo is Tehan Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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