Waterfall Hikes Near Soda Springs, CA

54 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Soda Springs? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Soda Springs. 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 39.3248°N, -120.3786°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Soda Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 10 gauged

2 of 5 waterfalls near Soda Springs are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Patchy Frost then Sunny · 63°F

Aft 49°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 58°F Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
Sun 55°F Sunny
Lab 63°F Patchy Frost then Sunny Best
Tue 66°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 64°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 64°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Soda Springs

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Jumbo Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Soda Springs (5 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
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

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

Eagle Falls

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

Frazier Falls

44.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Soda Springs

Hackmans Falls

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

Loves Falls

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

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 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
Frazier Falls waterfall

Frazier Falls

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

Fern Falls

43.8 miles away
California
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 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

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Soda Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Soda Springs?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Soda Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Soda Springs?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Soda Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Soda Springs?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Soda Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Soda Springs?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Soda Springs, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Soda Springs?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Soda Springs, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Soda Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Soda Springs is Bassi Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Soda Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Soda Springs is Frazier Falls at 176 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Soda Springs require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Soda Springs?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Soda Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Soda Springs?

The closest waterfall to Soda Springs is Hackmans Falls, approximately 21.9 miles away.

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