Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade
Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade is a waterfall in California, about 11 miles from South Lake Tahoe. It is mapped as about 43 feet (13 m) high. 8 more named falls lie within 20 miles.
| Location | Near South Lake Tahoe, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Pyramid Creek Trailhead, about 0.3 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 43 ft (13 m) |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Lower Pyramid Creek Cascade 56 ft · near South Lake Tahoe · 1 mi · trailhead 0.3 mi Directions
- Rocky Canyon Falls 89 ft · near South Lake Tahoe · 1 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Horsetail Falls 814 ft · near South Lake Tahoe · 1 mi Directions
- Modjeska Falls near South Lake Tahoe · 5 mi · trailhead 0.5 mi Directions
- Glen Alpine Falls near South Lake Tahoe · 5 mi · trailhead 0.4 mi Directions
- Cascade Falls near South Lake Tahoe · 8 mi Directions
- Upper Eagle Falls near South Lake Tahoe · 9 mi Directions
- Lower Eagle Falls near South Lake Tahoe · 10 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade?
In California, about 11 miles from South Lake Tahoe, at 38.8136, -120.1181. Directions lead to the waterfall itself, so check whether a trail starts near South Lake Tahoe.
Where do you park for Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade?
The closest trailhead on the map is Pyramid Creek Trailhead, about 0.3 miles from Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade in a straight line. Check the trail map for the real hiking distance to Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade.
How tall is Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade?
About 43 feet (13 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Upper Pyramid Creek Cascade?
Lower Pyramid Creek Cascade (1 mi), Rocky Canyon Falls (1 mi), Horsetail Falls (1 mi) and Modjeska Falls (5 mi).