Featured waterfalls
Baltimore Canyon Open Space
Larkspur
Marin County Parks Open Space Leash Policy: Dogs on leash are welcome to enjoy trails. Dogs are allowed off-leash under strict voice control on fire protection roads. Please follow posted rules.
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Bassi Falls
Placerville
What you see at Bassi Falls depends on when you go. In spring, the melt-water cascade tumbles violently 109 feet over a jumble of polished granite boulders. In summer, the flow shrinks to just a trickle, but wildflowers provides visual compensation.
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Bonita Falls Trail
Lytle Creek
Bonita Falls Trail in Lytle Creek, Southern California, offers a refreshing outdoor experience for both hikers and their furry companions. This 1.6-mile out and back trail presents a moderate challenge, leading adventurers to a picturesque waterfall.
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Boulder Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
At more than 138 feet high, Boulder Creek Falls was thought to be the tallest waterfall in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area until 220-foot Whiskeytown Falls was re-discovered in fall of 2004.
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Brandy Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
Partial closure due to Carr Fire: Some areas of the park remain closed. Please check the Current Conditions page to see what roads, trails, picnic areas and campgrounds are currently open.
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Crystal Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
Crystal Creek Falls is a serene destination located in Whiskeytown, Shasta County, within the picturesque Shasta Cascade region. This stunning waterfall offers a refreshing escape for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water fun in a tranquil setting.
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Eaton Canyon Falls
Pasadena
Eaton Canyon Falls in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water fun.
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Hedge Creek Falls
Dunsmuir
Hedge Creek Falls, located in Dunsmuir, Siskiyou County, is a charming destination for water fun in the Shasta Cascade region. This intimate waterfall offers a unique experience as visitors can walk behind the cascading water through a small cave.
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Lower Yosemite Fall
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Falls, one of the world's tallest waterfalls, comprises three distinct sections: Upper Yosemite Fall at 1,430 feet, the middle cascades at 675 feet, and Lower Yosemite Fall at 320 feet.
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McArthur-Burney Falls
Burney
Important: All access to the waterfall and fall's pool area at McArthur Burney Falls MSP will be closed due to reconstruction of the main trail starting...
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Upper McCloud Falls
McCloud
There are three levels—lower, middle and upper—to McCloud Falls in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The hikes are very scenic and offer an opportunity to view various forms of vegetation and wildlife.
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Uvas Canyon – Waterfall Loop
Morgan Hill
Lushly wooded Uvas Canyon County Park has 6 miles of hiking trails on 1,133 acres located in upper Uvas Canyon on the eastern side of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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Lewis Falls
Azusa
Lewis Falls Trail in Azusa, California, is a delightful 0.5-mile path perfect for visitors seeking a serene waterfall experience. This trail, suitable for all skill levels, offers a picturesque setting for camping and hiking year-round.
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Mammoth Lakes
Twin Falls Overlook offers a scenic vista and parking area from Lakes Basin Path.
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