Waterfall Hikes Near Tuolumne City, CA

1,297 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tuolumne City? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tuolumne City. 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 37.9615°N, -120.2428°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tuolumne City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 41 gauged

40 waterfalls near Tuolumne City have live flow data today

Bridalveil Fall Moderate Chilnualna Fall Moderate Chinquapin Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Ribbon Fall Moderate Silver Strand Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Bunnell Cascade Low Illilouette Falls Low Lehamite Falls Low Lower Yosemite Fall Low Nevada Fall Low Pywiack Cascade Low Royal Arch Cascade Low Sentinel Fall Low Silver Apron Low Yosemite Falls Low Vernal Fall Low Upper Yosemite Falls Low Staircase Falls Low Snow Creek Falls Low California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing White Cascade Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Tuolumne Falls Barely Flowing Carson Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Moderate Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Sunny Best
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 83°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Tuolumne City

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Horsetail Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Carson Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tuolumne City (8 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.

Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tuolumne City (12 waterfalls)

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

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Tuolumne City

Tuolumne Falls waterfall

Tuolumne Falls

38.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.2 miles 500 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

13.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

20.8 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sentinel Fall waterfall

Sentinel Fall

10.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Staircase Falls waterfall

Staircase Falls

12 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Creek Falls waterfall

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Pywiack Cascade waterfall

Pywiack Cascade

37.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Vernal Fall waterfall

Vernal Fall

20.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Illilouette Falls waterfall

Illilouette Falls

42 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevada Fall waterfall

Nevada Fall

10.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
7.0 miles 2 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

45.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sardine Falls waterfall

Sardine Falls

46.9 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

36.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Chilnualna Fall waterfall

Chilnualna Fall

48.2 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
8.2 miles 2 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

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

Silver Falls

48.4 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tuolumne City

Are there free waterfalls near Tuolumne City?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Tuolumne City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tuolumne City?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Tuolumne City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tuolumne City?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tuolumne City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tuolumne City?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tuolumne City, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tuolumne City?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Tuolumne City, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tuolumne City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tuolumne City is Bassi Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tuolumne City?

The tallest waterfall near Tuolumne City is Yosemite Falls at 2,425 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Tuolumne City require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Tuolumne City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tuolumne City?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Tuolumne City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tuolumne City?

The closest waterfall to Tuolumne City is Jawbone Falls, approximately 13.7 miles away.

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