Outdoors NearbyCorlieu Falls
Corlieu Falls is a waterfall in California, about 6 miles from Oakhurst. On the map it is at 3,658 feet elevation. You can combine the trip with Red Rock Falls or Angel Falls.
| Location | Near Oakhurst, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Lewis Creek Trailhead, about 0.1 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Corlieu Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Elevation | 3,658 ft |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Trails can close after storms or in winter; check with the park or forest office.
Best time to visit: Corlieu Falls
Corlieu Falls sits about 41 miles north of Clovis, CA; driving distance is a bit longer.
Spring melt and wet weeks bring the biggest flow. Around Oakhurst the most rainy days fall from January to March (about 7 per month). August is the driest month with about 0 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle. From November to March average lows are 26 to 30 °F. Microspikes and a headlamp belong in the pack on cold-season hikes.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45 °F | 27 °F | 8 |
| Feb | 46 °F | 27 °F | 7 |
| Mar | 50 °F | 28 °F | 8 |
| Apr | 55 °F | 31 °F | 5 |
| May | 63 °F | 37 °F | 4 |
| Jun | 73 °F | 44 °F | 1 |
| Jul | 80 °F | 51 °F | 0 |
| Aug | 80 °F | 49 °F | 0 |
| Sep | 75 °F | 45 °F | 1 |
| Oct | 64 °F | 37 °F | 3 |
| Nov | 53 °F | 30 °F | 4 |
| Dec | 44 °F | 26 °F | 7 |
More to do nearby
- Pavillion (indoor ice rink, 4 mi)
For the trail to the falls
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More waterfalls nearby
- Red Rock Falls near Ahwahnee · 1 mi · trailhead 1 mi Directions
- Angel Falls near Oakhurst · 6 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Lower Chilnualna Falls near Yosemite Valley · 9 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Chilnualna Fall near Yosemite Valley · 10 mi · trailhead 1.4 mi Directions
- Chilnualna Creek Cascades near Yosemite Valley · 10 mi Directions
- Camino Falls near Oakhurst · 11 mi Directions
- Alder Creek Falls near Yosemite Valley · 12 mi · trailhead 1.5 mi Directions
- Whisky Falls near Oakhurst · 13 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Corlieu Falls?
In California, about 6 miles from Oakhurst, at 37.4168, -119.6245. Use the directions link, and check the trailhead and parking with the land manager.
Where is the trailhead for Corlieu Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Lewis Creek Trailhead, about 0.1 miles from Corlieu Falls in a straight line. The walking distance is longer and depends on the trail.
When is the best time to see Corlieu Falls?
Spring melt and wet weeks bring the biggest flow. Around Oakhurst the most rainy days fall from January to March (about 7 per month). August is the driest month with about 0 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle.
How far is Corlieu Falls from Clovis, CA?
Corlieu Falls sits about 41 miles north of Clovis, CA; driving distance is a bit longer.
What other waterfalls are near Corlieu Falls?
Red Rock Falls (1 mi), Angel Falls (6 mi), Lower Chilnualna Falls (9 mi) and Chilnualna Fall (10 mi).