Waterfall Hikes Near Vallecito, CA

213 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vallecito? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vallecito. 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 38.0836°N, -120.4652°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vallecito

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 14 gauged

13 waterfalls near Vallecito have live flow data today

Cascade Falls Moderate Foresta Falls Moderate Little Nellie Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Sardine Falls Moderate Preston Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 75°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 83°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Vallecito

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Leavitt Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Sardine Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Cascade Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Foresta Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vallecito (6 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vallecito (9 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

All 14 Waterfalls Near Vallecito

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

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

Tueeulala Falls

22.5 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 200 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

22.9 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Rancheria Falls waterfall

Rancheria Falls

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

Cascade Falls

40 miles away
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

45.8 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Little Nellie Falls waterfall

Little Nellie Falls

24.7 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
Foresta Falls waterfall

Foresta Falls

27.1 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

48.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vallecito

Are there free waterfalls near Vallecito?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Vallecito, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vallecito?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Vallecito, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vallecito?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vallecito, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vallecito?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vallecito, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Vallecito?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vallecito?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Vallecito?

The tallest waterfall near Vallecito is Tueeulala Falls at 880 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vallecito?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Vallecito have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vallecito?

The closest waterfall to Vallecito is Jawbone Falls, approximately 24.6 miles away.

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