Outdoors
Waterfalls near Santa Rosa
14 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
14
Closest
10.3 mi
Sonoma Creek Falls
Worth the drive
Map
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All waterfalls, nearest first
- 10.3miSonoma Creek Falls
- 16.7miLinda Falls
- 19miHaraszthy Falls
- 26.9miBuck Gulch Falls
- 28miStairstep Falls
- 31miGreen Valley Falls
- 31.7miZim Zim Falls
- 31.9miCascade Falls
- 32.7miCarson Falls
- 33.8miAlamere Falls
- 35.5miHelen Markt Falls
- 35.6miDawn Falls
- 35.7miMidway Falls
- 36miLaurel Dell Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of Santa Rosa; 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 Santa Rosa?
Sonoma Creek Falls, about 10.3 miles from the center of Santa Rosa.
How many waterfalls are near Santa Rosa?
14 named waterfalls are within 37 miles.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near Santa Rosa?
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.