Outdoors NearbyHorsetail Fall
Horsetail Fall is a waterfall in California, about 3 miles from Yosemite Valley. On the map it is about 1542 feet (470 m) high, at 6,152 feet elevation and seasonal, may run dry. Ribbon Fall is another fall in the area.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Rockslides Trailhead, about 1.1 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Horsetail Fall; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 1542 ft (470 m) |
| Elevation | 6,152 ft |
| Flow | seasonal or intermittent |
| More | Wikipedia |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Ribbon Fall 1611 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi · seasonal Directions
- Bridalveil Fall 617 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Sentinel Fall 1936 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 1 mi · seasonal Directions
- Lower Yosemite Fall 322 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi · seasonal Directions
- Middle Cascades 676 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi · seasonal Directions
- Upper Yosemite Fall 1444 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 1 mi · seasonal Directions
- Silver Strand Falls 574 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi · seasonal Directions
- Staircase Falls 1017 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.4 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Horsetail Fall located?
In California, about 3 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.7313, -119.6282. The directions link takes you to the nearest road; the last part may be a trail.
Where do you park for Horsetail Fall?
The closest trailhead on the map is Rockslides Trailhead, about 1.1 miles from Horsetail Fall in a straight line. Check the trail map for the real hiking distance to Horsetail Fall.
How tall is Horsetail Fall?
About 1542 feet (470 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
Does Horsetail Fall 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.
What other waterfalls are near Horsetail Fall?
Ribbon Fall (1 mi), Bridalveil Fall (1 mi), Sentinel Fall (2 mi) and Lower Yosemite Fall (2 mi).