Waterfall Hikes Near Sierra Brooks, CA

503 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sierra Brooks? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sierra Brooks. 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 39.6426°N, -120.2155°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sierra Brooks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 11 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Sierra Brooks is flowing strongly today

Eagle Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Sawyier Falls Moderate Jumbo Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 62°F Sunny
Sat 70°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 66°F Sunny
Lab 73°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Sierra Brooks

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Eagle Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sierra Brooks (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.

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Sierra Brooks

Loves Falls waterfall

Loves Falls

47.3 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Hackmans Falls

47.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

14 miles away
Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45.4 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

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

Sawyier Falls

47.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

44.2 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Feather Falls waterfall

Feather Falls

16 miles away
California
Hard
8.6 miles Unknown
Curtain Falls waterfall

Curtain Falls

14.3 miles away
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sierra Brooks

Are there free waterfalls near Sierra Brooks?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Sierra Brooks, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sierra Brooks?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Sierra Brooks, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sierra Brooks?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sierra Brooks, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sierra Brooks?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sierra Brooks, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sierra Brooks?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sierra Brooks, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sierra Brooks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sierra Brooks is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sierra Brooks?

The tallest waterfall near Sierra Brooks is Feather Falls at 410 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Sierra Brooks require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Sierra Brooks require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sierra Brooks?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Sierra Brooks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sierra Brooks?

The closest waterfall to Sierra Brooks is Loves Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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