Waterfall Hikes Near San Lucas, CA

377 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near San Lucas? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of San Lucas. 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 36.1283°N, -121.0218°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Lucas

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near San Lucas have live flow data today

Islay Falls Low McWay Falls Moderate Pfeiffer Falls Moderate Pine Falls Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 81°F

Aft 81°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 85°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 86°F Chance Light Rain
Wed 88°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Thu 89°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near San Lucas

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 McWay Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Pfeiffer Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Pine Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Islay Falls Low · 2 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Lucas (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.

McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

9.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

34 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around San Lucas (1 waterfall)

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

Islay Falls waterfall

Islay Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near San Lucas

Three Troughs Falls waterfall

Three Troughs Falls

35.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

9.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 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
Islay Falls waterfall

Islay Falls

13.9 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Lucas

Are there free waterfalls near San Lucas?

There is 1 free waterfall near San Lucas, including Islay Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Lucas?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near San Lucas, including McWay Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in San Lucas?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near San Lucas, including Islay Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Lucas?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near San Lucas, including Islay Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Lucas?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Lucas is Islay Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near San Lucas?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Lucas?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near San Lucas have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Lucas?

The closest waterfall to San Lucas is Three Troughs Falls, approximately 27.6 miles away.

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