Posted in San Francisco
May 03, 2016
These 10 Epic Waterfalls Near San Francisco Will Take Your Breath Away
San Franciscans are totally spoiled in the nature department, and the waterfall selection around here is one of the country’s finest. Most of these breathtaking spots are just a quick drive (or even bike ride) away. In fact, one sits in the city itself (okay, it’s a man-made one, but so what?!). Here are our picks for the 10 most beautiful waterfalls near San Francisco. There’s just something about water and gravity that leaves us all speechless…
This is also called a "tidefall" and you won't see too many of these beauties around. This one takes a 40-foot plummet right into the Pacific. Of course, you gotta work a bit to see it. The hike is roughly 8.4 miles out-and-back. But, oh, is it worth it!
Climbing Mt. Tam is a local favorite, and these falls are a popular, refreshing attraction.
Venture south along the coast to the oldest state park in California, and check out this beauty as well as #5 on our list.
An easy, breezy hike from downtown Mill Valley will give you a wonderful display of this cascade.
See why it's called "Golden"?
The trails are much quieter in this neck of the woods, if you're looking for a truly serene moment with nature.
It's artificial, but, hey, it's in the city! Also nearby (and manmade, too): Rainbow Falls.
Just follow the "Falls Trail Loop." We love when it's that simple. Also, watch for mountain lions!
This one's so awesome you can see it from several different viewpoints along the wildflower-speckled trail.
Ok, so this one's a bit of a drive from SF, but OMG, look at this.
If this doesn’t get you off your bum and out into the great outdoors, we don’t know what will. Any other waterfalls near San Francisco we need to add to this list? Let us know in the comments!
