Outdoors NearbyWaterwheel Falls
Waterwheel Falls is a waterfall in California, about 14 miles from Yosemite Valley. On the map it is at 6,795 feet elevation. LeConte Falls is another fall in the area.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 6,795 ft |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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More waterfalls nearby
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- California Falls near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi Directions
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- Lower Cathedral Creek Falls near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi Directions
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- Tenaya Creek Waterslide near Yosemite Valley · 8 mi · trailhead 1 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Waterwheel Falls?
In California, about 14 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.9272, -119.4588. The route ends as close as roads get; in California that can still mean a hike.
What other waterfalls are near Waterwheel Falls?
LeConte Falls (1 mi), California Falls (1 mi), Upper Cathedral Creek Falls (2 mi) and Lower Cathedral Creek Falls (2 mi).