Outdoors
Waterfalls near La Mesa
17 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
17
Closest
2.9 mi
Adobe Falls
Within 10 miles
1
Map
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All waterfalls, nearest first
- 2.9miAdobe Falls
- 14.2miLos Penasquitos Waterfall
- 22.9miCedar Creek Falls
- 24miSecond Sister Falls
- 24.3miUpper Falls
- 24.4miDevil's Jumpoff Falls
- 24.6miMildred Falls
- 27.2miGreen Valley Falls
- 28miThe Falls
- 28.2miTemescal Creek Falls
- 28.3miBlack Canyon Falls
- 29.4miOrinoco Creek Falls
- 31.1miWashtub Falls
- 31.1miCottonwood Creek
- 32.4miKitchen Creek Falls
- 32.6miEl Salto Falls
- 35.5miPrisoner Creek Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of La Mesa; 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 La Mesa?
Adobe Falls, about 2.9 miles from the center of La Mesa.
How many waterfalls are near La Mesa?
17 named waterfalls are within 37 miles, 1 of them within 10 miles.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near La Mesa?
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.