Outdoors
Waterfalls near Salinas
19 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
19
Closest
16 mi
Fern Falls
Map
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All waterfalls, nearest first
- 16miFern Falls
- 22.6miBonfante Falls
- 24.3miPico Blanco Falls
- 25.2miFirehose Falls
- 26miPine Falls
- 27.6miFairy Falls
- 28.1miFive Finger Falls
- 28.7miTriple Falls
- 28.8miMaple Falls
- 29miUpper Falls
- 29.1miUvas Falls
- 29.1miBlack Rock Falls
- 29.1miGranuja Falls
- 29.2miHighbride Falls
- 29.9miPfeiffer Falls
- 31.4miTassajara Creek Falls
- 31.5miMoose Lodge Falls
- 34.9miPacheco Falls
- 35.9miMcWay Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of Salinas; driving and trail distances are longer.
Before you go
Most falls run strongest in spring and after storms, and some dry up by late summer.
Rocks near falls are slick with spray and algae; most waterfall injuries come from climbing or wading at the top.
Some falls are on private land or need a permit or parking pass. Confirm trail status before you go.
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Questions
What is the closest waterfall to Salinas?
Fern Falls, about 16 miles from the center of Salinas.
How many waterfalls are near Salinas?
19 named waterfalls are within 37 miles.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near Salinas?
Spring and the days after heavy rain bring the most flow. In dry months smaller falls can slow to a trickle.
Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.