Waterfall Hikes Near Saranap, CA

6,136 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saranap? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saranap. 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 37.8878°N, -122.0760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saranap

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

11 of 17 waterfalls near Saranap are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Moderate 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 Strong

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 76°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Sunny
Lab 92°F Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Saranap

Updated about 2 hours 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 Saranap (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.

Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saranap (9 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
Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Saranap

Tehan Falls

21.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 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
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
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

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

Butano Falls

47.6 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 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

Finnegan Falls

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

Linda Falls

41.8 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saranap

Are there free waterfalls near Saranap?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Saranap, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saranap?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saranap?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saranap, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saranap?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saranap, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saranap?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saranap?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Saranap?

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

Do any waterfalls near Saranap require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Saranap?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Saranap have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Saranap?

The closest waterfall to Saranap is Tehan Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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