Outdoors NearbyAlder Creek Falls
Alder Creek Falls is a waterfall in California, about 11 miles from Yosemite Valley. Nearby you can also see Chilnualna Fall.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
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| Nearest trailhead | Alder Creek-Mosquito Creek Trailhead, about 1.5 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Alder Creek Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Trails can close after storms or in winter; check with the park or forest office.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Chilnualna Fall near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 1.4 mi Directions
- Chilnualna Creek Cascades near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi Directions
- Lower Chilnualna Falls near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Chinquapin Falls near Yosemite Valley · 7 mi Directions
- Silver Strand Falls 574 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 8 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi · seasonal Directions
- Bridalveil Fall 617 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 9 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Foresta Falls near Yosemite Valley · 9 mi Directions
- Wildcat Falls 623 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 10 mi · trailhead 1.2 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alder Creek Falls?
In California, about 11 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.5908, -119.6605. The directions link takes you to the nearest road; the last part may be a trail.
Where do you park for Alder Creek Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Alder Creek-Mosquito Creek Trailhead, about 1.5 miles from Alder Creek Falls in a straight line. The land manager for Alder Creek Falls can tell you the exact trail length.
What other waterfalls are near Alder Creek Falls?
Chilnualna Fall (3 mi), Chilnualna Creek Cascades (3 mi), Lower Chilnualna Falls (3 mi) and Chinquapin Falls (7 mi).