Hotel del Coronado reflected in the wet sand, photographed December 23, 2011.

Outdoors

Waterfalls near Coronado

8 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.

Waterfalls within 37 mi

8

Closest

9.2 mi

Adobe Falls

Within 10 miles

1

Map

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All waterfalls, nearest first

  1. 9.2mi
    Adobe Falls

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  2. 16.7mi
    Los Penasquitos Waterfall

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  3. 33.7mi
    Cedar Creek Falls

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  4. 34.8mi
    El Salto Falls

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  5. 34.8mi
    Second Sister Falls

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  6. 35mi
    Devil's Jumpoff Falls

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  7. 35.2mi
    Upper Falls

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  8. 35.3mi
    Mildred Falls

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Straight-line distance from the center of Coronado; driving and trail distances are longer.

Before you go

Go after rain or snowmelt

Most falls run strongest in spring and after storms, and some dry up by late summer.

Stay on the trail

Rocks near falls are slick with spray and algae; most waterfall injuries come from climbing or wading at the top.

Check access

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 Coronado?

Adobe Falls, about 9.2 miles from the center of Coronado.

How many waterfalls are near Coronado?

8 named waterfalls are within 37 miles, 1 of them within 10 miles.

When is the best time to see waterfalls near Coronado?

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.

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