Waterfall Hikes Near Tara Hills, CA

5,202 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tara Hills? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tara Hills. 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 37.9939°N, -122.3188°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tara Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

12 of 15 waterfalls near Tara Hills are flowing strongly today

Alamere Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Strong Butano Falls Roaring Golden Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Castle Rock Falls Roaring Cataract Falls Roaring Dawn Falls Roaring Green Valley Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Tehan Falls Strong

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 70°F

Tod 68°F Sunny
Sat 70°F Sunny Best
Sun 68°F Sunny
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 73°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Tara Hills

Updated 31 minutes 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 Tara Hills (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tara Hills (8 waterfalls)

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

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 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

All 15 Waterfalls Near Tara Hills

Dawn Falls waterfall

Dawn Falls

2.8 miles away
California
Moderate
2.7 miles 400 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

4.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.6 miles 750 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
Haraszthy Falls waterfall CC

Haraszthy Falls

22 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Valley Falls waterfall

Green Valley Falls

11.2 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Alamere Falls waterfall

Alamere Falls

12.9 miles away
California
Hard
13.0 miles 1,600 ft

Tehan Falls

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

Linda Falls

41.8 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
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Hard
10.5 miles 2 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 Tara Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Tara Hills?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Tara Hills, including Alamere Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tara Hills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tara Hills?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tara Hills, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tara Hills?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tara Hills, including Berry Creek Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tara Hills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tara Hills?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Tara Hills?

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

Do any waterfalls near Tara Hills require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tara Hills?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Tara Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tara Hills?

The closest waterfall to Tara Hills is Dawn Falls, approximately 13 miles away.

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18.6 mi 90°F

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