Tag: Waterfall
Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Guide: Auburn SRA Hike
Black Hole of Calcutta Falls is one of Auburn’s easiest waterfall hikes, but its unique name gives this short trail more character than you might expect. The route starts near the American River Confluence, crosses the historic No Hands Bridge, follows part of the Western States Trail, and leads to a seasonal waterfall hidden in...
Lake Clementine Trail: A Guide to Auburn’s Best Waterfall Hike
Lake Clementine Trail is one of Placer County’s most rewarding hikes, leading from the North Fork American River canyon to the dramatic spillway of North Fork Dam. Along the way, the route passes beneath the towering Foresthill Bridge, follows a corridor tied to Gold Rush travel, and stops near Clark’s Hole before climbing toward the...
Bunch Canyon Falls: A Rugged Gold Rush Waterfall Near Colfax, California
Bunch Canyon Falls is not the biggest waterfall in Placer County, and it is definitely not the easiest one to reach. But that is also what makes it memorable. Hiding in the steep canyon country near Colfax, California, this small waterfall sits in the rugged Auburn State Recreation Area landscape around Yankee Jims Road, Bunch …...
Devils Falls Near Yankee Jims: A Roadside Waterfall With a Name Straight Out of Gold Country
Devils Falls sits along one of Placer County’s old canyon routes, where Yankee Jims Road drops into the North Fork American River country between Colfax and Yankee Jims. The waterfall is not famous, heavily signed, or built around a formal trailhead. Its appeal has always been more unexpected than grand: water slipping down a dark...
Mexican Gulch Waterfall: A Hidden Roadside Cascade Near Yankee Jims
Mexican Gulch Waterfall feels like the kind of place you find by accident while chasing old roads and urban legends through Gold Country. One minute you’re winding through dry, rugged canyon country near Colfax, Yankee Jims and the American River; the next, the road reveals a pocket of shade, wet rock, moss, and falling water …...
Pennyweight Falls Trail: Hiking to a Hidden Waterfall Near Colfax
Pennyweight Falls is one of those Placer County waterfalls that’s often overlooked for other falls nearby. Yet, Pennyweight Falls is a wonderful addition to any Auburn State Recreation Area visit. Tucked below Colfax, near Iowa Hill Road, Mineral Bar, and the North Fork American River, the trail gives you a quick dose of Gold Country...
Glen Alpine Falls in South Lake Tahoe: How to Visit, What to Expect, and Why It’s Worth the Drive
If you are looking for a South Lake Tahoe waterfall that feels dramatic without requiring a long hike, Glen Alpine Falls is one of the easiest waterfall-stops in the basin. Nestled near Fallen Leaf Lake at the edge of Desolation Wilderness, this wide, rushing cascade delivers granite scenery, spring runoff, and that classic Tahoe mix...
Bassi Falls Guide: When to Go, What to Expect, and How to Get There
Bassi Falls is a stunning seasonal 110 foot waterfall located in the El Dorado National Forest of El Dorado County. This waterfall requires some planning and preparation to truly maximize a visit. However, if you put in the prep work, your visit will be a memorable one. Who was Bassi? Giosue Bassi was born to Antonio …...
Frazier Falls: the premiere waterfall for Lakes Basin Recreation Area
The Lakes Basin Recreation Area is an outdoor paradise for anyone who enjoys fishing, hiking, camping, boating, scenic lookouts and memorable adventures. This rugged landscape has many points of interest with Frazier Falls, quite possibly, being the most popular of them all. Details About The Waterfall Frazier Falls is located in the...
Webber Falls: Sierra County’s Little Known Waterfall
Located roughly 30 minutes northwest of Truckee, sits one of the region’s most remarkable waterfalls. In fact, during peak season, Webber Falls roars along the Little Truckee River and is a must see destination for any waterfall enthusiast. Surprisingly, this impressive waterfall is one of the area’s best kept secrets to outsiders...
