Outdoors
Waterfalls near Lemon Grove
16 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
16
Closest
3.4 mi
Adobe Falls
Within 10 miles
1
Map
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All waterfalls, nearest first
- 3.4miAdobe Falls
- 15.3miLos Penasquitos Waterfall
- 24.5miCedar Creek Falls
- 25.4miSecond Sister Falls
- 25.7miUpper Falls
- 26miDevil's Jumpoff Falls
- 26.2miMildred Falls
- 28.3miGreen Valley Falls
- 28.4miThe Falls
- 29.8miTemescal Creek Falls
- 30.1miBlack Canyon Falls
- 30.9miOrinoco Creek Falls
- 31.8miCottonwood Creek
- 32.8miKitchen Creek Falls
- 32.9miWashtub Falls
- 34miEl Salto Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of Lemon Grove; 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 Lemon Grove?
Adobe Falls, about 3.4 miles from the center of Lemon Grove.
How many waterfalls are near Lemon Grove?
16 named waterfalls are within 37 miles, 1 of them within 10 miles.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near Lemon Grove?
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.