Waterfall Hikes Near Spreckels, CA

198 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spreckels? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spreckels. 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 36.6247°N, -121.6465°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spreckels

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

4 of 10 waterfalls near Spreckels are flowing strongly today

Castle Rock Falls Roaring McWay Falls Strong Pfeiffer Falls Strong Pine Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 69°F Sunny
Sat 69°F Sunny
Sun 68°F Sunny
Lab 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Spreckels

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Castle Rock Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 McWay Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Pfeiffer Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Pine Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Spreckels (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.

Pfeiffer Falls waterfall

Pfeiffer Falls

34 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

9.5 miles away
California
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Spreckels

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
McWay Falls waterfall

McWay Falls

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

Triple Falls

39.5 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

39 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black Rock Falls waterfall

Black Rock Falls

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

Basin Falls

38.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fiver Finger Falls

38 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
Castle Rock Falls waterfall

Castle Rock Falls

6.9 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spreckels

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spreckels?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spreckels?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Spreckels, including Maple Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spreckels?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spreckels, including Castle Rock Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spreckels?

The shortest waterfall hike near Spreckels is Basin Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Spreckels?

The tallest waterfall near Spreckels is McWay Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spreckels?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Spreckels have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spreckels?

The closest waterfall to Spreckels is Pine Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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