Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Lakes, CA

5,232 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yosemite Lakes? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yosemite Lakes. 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 37.1885°N, -119.7723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 38 gauged

33 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes 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 Moderate Illilouette Falls Moderate Lehamite Falls Moderate Lower Yosemite Fall Moderate Nevada Fall Moderate Pywiack Cascade Moderate Royal Arch Cascade Moderate Sentinel Fall Moderate Silver Apron Moderate Yosemite Falls Moderate Vernal Fall Moderate Upper Yosemite Falls Moderate Staircase Falls Moderate Snow Creek Falls Moderate California Falls Barely Flowing Le Conte Falls Barely Flowing Rancheria Falls Barely Flowing Waterwheel Falls Barely Flowing Jawbone Falls Moderate Lower Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Preston Falls Barely Flowing Wapama Falls Barely Flowing Tueeulala Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 79°F Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Yosemite Lakes

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ribbon Fall Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Silver Strand Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Little Nellie Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 The Cascades Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 Foresta Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 35th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yosemite Lakes (7 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.

Corlieu Falls waterfall

Corlieu Falls

47.4 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Whisky Falls waterfall CC

Whisky Falls

33.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yosemite Lakes (10 waterfalls)

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

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.7 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Red Rock Falls waterfall

Red Rock Falls

46 miles away
California
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Royal Arch Cascade waterfall

Royal Arch Cascade

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

Vernal Fall

20.4 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Apron waterfall

Silver Apron

20.6 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lehamite Falls waterfall

Lehamite Falls

13.1 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
Tueeulala Falls waterfall

Tueeulala Falls

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

Snow Creek Falls

22.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
9.4 miles 2 ft
Wapama Falls waterfall

Wapama Falls

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

Preston Falls

17.7 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Bunnell Cascade waterfall

Bunnell Cascade

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

Rancheria Falls

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

Pywiack Cascade

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

Jawbone Falls

27.5 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Rainbow Falls waterfall

Lower Rainbow Falls

4.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.6 miles away
California
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Waterwheel Falls waterfall

Waterwheel Falls

41.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
18.0 miles 2 ft
Le Conte Falls waterfall

Le Conte Falls

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

California Falls

21.3 miles away
In Yosemite National Park
California
Hard
15.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Yosemite Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Yosemite Lakes, including Bridalveil Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Yosemite Lakes?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Yosemite Lakes, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Yosemite Lakes?

The shortest waterfall hike near Yosemite Lakes is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes?

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

Do any waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Yosemite Lakes?

Yes, 38 waterfalls near Yosemite Lakes have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Yosemite Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Yosemite Lakes is Angel Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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