Outdoors NearbyZuma Canyon Falls
Zuma Canyon Falls is a waterfall in California, about 4 miles from Malibu. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 16 feet (5 m) high. The closest other named fall is Newton Canyon Falls, about 1 miles away.
| Location | Near Malibu, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Backbone Trail - Newton Canyon, about 0.3 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Zuma Canyon Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 16 ft (5 m) |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Trails can close after storms or in winter; check with the park or forest office.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Newton Canyon Falls 26 ft · near Malibu · 1 mi · trailhead 0.1 mi Directions
- Escondido Falls (Upper) near Malibu · 3 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Escondido Falls (Lower) near Malibu · 3 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Solstice Canyon Falls 26 ft · near Malibu · 4 mi · trailhead 1.1 mi Directions
- Sycamore Falls 56 ft · near Casa Conejo · 8 mi Directions
- Paradise Falls 69 ft · near Casa Conejo · 11 mi Directions
- Owl Falls near Topanga · 13 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi · seasonal Directions
- Santa Ynez Canyon Falls 16 ft · near Topanga · 14 mi · trailhead 1.1 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Zuma Canyon Falls?
In California, about 4 miles from Malibu, at 34.0784, -118.8198. Use the directions link, and check the trailhead and parking with the land manager.
Where do you park for Zuma Canyon Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Backbone Trail - Newton Canyon, about 0.3 miles from Zuma Canyon Falls in a straight line. Expect a longer walk than that, especially on switchbacks.
How tall is Zuma Canyon Falls?
About 16 feet (5 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Zuma Canyon Falls?
Newton Canyon Falls (1 mi), Escondido Falls (Upper) (3 mi), Escondido Falls (Lower) (3 mi) and Solstice Canyon Falls (4 mi).