Outdoors NearbyFossil Falls
Fossil Falls is a waterfall in California, about 23 miles from Inyokern. It is mapped as seasonal, may run dry.
| Location | Near Inyokern, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Fossil Falls Trailhead, about 0.2 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Fossil Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Flow | seasonal or intermittent |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Fossil Falls?
In California, about 23 miles from Inyokern, at 35.9698, -117.9091. Directions lead to the waterfall itself, so check whether a trail starts near Inyokern.
Where do you park for Fossil Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Fossil Falls Trailhead, about 0.2 miles from Fossil Falls in a straight line. Expect a longer walk than that, especially on switchbacks.
Does Fossil Falls flow all year?
It is marked as seasonal or intermittent, so it can be dry in late summer or fall. Spring and the days after heavy rain are the best times to see it.