Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks in the Sierra Nevada. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails in the Sierra Nevada with waterfalls.

Last updated: October 5, 2025

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1. Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls loop from Curry Village — Yosemite National Park

13.4km

05:19

680m

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2. Yosemite Falls Trail

12.1km

05:21

1,160m

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3. Top of Yosemite Falls Trail — Yosemite National Park

10.8km

04:48

1,050m

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4. Vernal Falls Loop — Yosemite National Park

26.5km

09:52

1,270m

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5. Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley via Panorama Trail — Yosemite National Park

23.4km

08:54

930m

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The best waterfall hikes and walks in the Sierra Nevada

1. Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls loop from Curry Village — Yosemite National Park

2. Yosemite Falls Trail

3. Top of Yosemite Falls Trail — Yosemite National Park

4. Vernal Falls Loop — Yosemite National Park

5. Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley via Panorama Trail — Yosemite National Park

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