Waterfall Hikes Near Wallace, CA

350 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wallace? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wallace. 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 38.2039°N, -120.9609°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wallace

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

2 of 4 waterfalls near Wallace are flowing strongly today

Codfish Falls Roaring Hidden Falls Roaring Finnegan Falls Low Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 76°F Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Wallace

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Codfish Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Hidden Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Salmon Falls (historical) Moderate · 2510 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Finnegan Falls Low · 588 cfs 12th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Wallace hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Wallace

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wallace (1 waterfall)

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.

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wallace (3 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Wallace

Salmon Falls (historical) waterfall

Salmon Falls (historical)

26.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Finnegan Falls

14.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Codfish Falls

42.7 miles away
California
Easy
3.1 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

31.8 miles away
California
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wallace

Are there free waterfalls near Wallace?

There is 1 free waterfall near Wallace, including Codfish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wallace?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Wallace, including Codfish Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wallace?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wallace, including Codfish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wallace?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wallace, including Codfish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wallace?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Wallace, including Codfish Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wallace?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wallace is Codfish Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Wallace require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wallace?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Wallace have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wallace?

The closest waterfall to Wallace is Salmon Falls (historical), approximately 31.7 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Wallace With Waterfalls

Galt, CA
25,350 residents
Lodi, CA
73,239 residents
Garden Acres, CA
10,124 residents
Cameron Park, CA
17,995 residents
Riverbank, CA
24,803 residents
Stockton, CA
413,637 residents
Oakdale, CA
23,120 residents
El Dorado Hills, CA
49,082 residents
Elk Grove, CA
176,105 residents
Vineyard, CA
42,657 residents
Diamond Springs, CA
12,197 residents
Salida, CA
14,849 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Wallace, California

Valley Springs

Valley Springs

6.2 mi 75°F

Valley Springs flows at 75 degrees just 21 feet from the road in Calaveras County, delivering readily accessible warmth in Cali...
Byron Hot Springs

Byron Hot Springs

46.0 mi 96°F

Byron Hot Springs flows at 96°F from low hills in Contra Costa County east of the Bay Area at just 48 feet elevation. This spri...

Lone Tree Mineral Spring

51.3 mi 73°F

Lone Tree Mineral Spring emerges at 73°F essentially at roadside in San Joaquin County, just 1.2 feet from pavement near Tracy....

Unnamed Spring Contra Costa County

53.7 mi 70°F

Mount Diablo State Park shelters this 70-degree thermal spring in warm, dry foothills just 17 meters from a paved road. The 10....
Crohare Spring

Crohare Spring

61.8 mi 70°F

Crohare Spring emerges at 70°F from protected conservation lands near Livermore, flowing barely 9 degrees above ambient tempera...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Wallace, California on SoakingSprings.

Explore California springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop