Fresno County

California, United States

Check out this list of top hikes that feature waterfalls in Fresno County and nearby Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Italian Bar Rd
Auberry, CA

Have you ever seen the tallest waterfall in Fresno County? Stevenson Falls is located in the Sierra National Forest about an hour from Shaver Lake. Hike the paved trail to see this incredible waterfall The trail does not have shade, so be sure to go earlier in the day during these warmer months and bring lots of water! Enjoy the view of the falls from the trail, but take caution as the water is flowing from the recent snow melt. Do not try to cross the bridge when the water is rushing.

John Muir Trail
Yosemite Valley, CA

Explore this 6.4-mile loop trail near Yosemite Valley, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 10 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.

Fresno County, CA

Discover this 0.3-mile out-and-back trail near Cedar Grove, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 7 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.