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Best Swimming Waterfalls in California
Explore 6 amazing waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas in California. From easy strolls to challenging hikes, find your perfect waterfall adventure.
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Swimming Waterfalls
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Easy Hikes
2
Moderate
0
Challenging
Top Swimming Waterfalls in California
Easy
Carlon Falls
Tuolumne County
2.9 mi
1-2 hours
Moderate
Cedar Creek Falls
San Diego County
5.5 mi
3-4 hours
Easy
McArthur-Burney Falls
Shasta County
1.1 mi
1 hour
Easy
McCloud Falls
Siskiyou County
3.9 mi
2 hours
Moderate
Switzer Falls
Los Angeles County
3.6 mi
2 hours
Challenging
Three Sisters Falls
San Diego County
4.2 mi
3-4 hours
Easy Swimming Hikes
EasyPerfect for beginners and families. These waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas have gentle trails and minimal elevation gain.
Moderate Swimming Trails
ModerateA bit more adventure with some elevation gain. Great for regular hikers seeking waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas.