Outdoors
Waterfalls near Richmond
17 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
17
Closest
10.6 mi
Abrigo Falls
Tallest
361 ft
Huntington Falls
Worth the drive
Map
Map of 17 places loads as you scroll.
All waterfalls, nearest first
- 10.6miAbrigo Falls
- 11.7miDawn Falls
- 13.1miKent Falls
- 13.4miHuntington Falls361 ft
- 13.4miRainbow Falls262 ft
- 15.3miCascade Falls
- 15.4miLaurel Dell Falls
- 15.6miMidway Falls
- 15.7miHelen Markt Falls
- 15.9miBuck Gulch Falls
- 16.3miCarson Falls
- 21.5miStairstep Falls
- 23.8miAlamere Falls
- 25miHaraszthy Falls
- 25.3miGreen Valley Falls
- 28.7miTehan Falls
- 36.1miSonoma Creek Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of Richmond; 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 Richmond?
Abrigo Falls, about 10.6 miles from the center of Richmond.
How many waterfalls are near Richmond?
17 named waterfalls are within 37 miles.
What is the tallest waterfall near Richmond?
Huntington Falls, about 361 feet (110 m), 13.4 miles away.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near Richmond?
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.