Outdoors NearbyLadder Falls
Ladder Falls is a waterfall in California, about 5 miles from Thermalito. It is mapped as about 46 feet (14 m) high and seasonal, may run dry. The closest other named fall is Crevice Twin Falls, about 1 miles away.
| Location | Near Thermalito, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Height | about 46 ft (14 m) |
| Flow | seasonal or intermittent |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Crevice Twin Falls 135 ft · near Thermalito · 1 mi · seasonal Directions
- Crevice Falls 30 ft · near Thermalito · 1 mi · seasonal Directions
- Ranch Falls 157 ft · near Thermalito · 1 mi · seasonal Directions
- Beatson Falls 105 ft · near Oroville · 1 mi Directions
- Western Falls 121 ft · near Thermalito · 1 mi Directions
- Coon Falls 43 ft · near Oroville · 2 mi · seasonal Directions
- Lower Ravine Falls 39 ft · near Oroville · 2 mi · seasonal Directions
- Hollow Falls 46 ft · near Oroville · 2 mi · trailhead 0.6 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ladder Falls located?
In California, about 5 miles from Thermalito, at 39.5839, -121.5915. The directions link takes you to the nearest road; the last part may be a trail.
How tall is Ladder Falls?
About 46 feet (14 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
Does Ladder 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.
What other waterfalls are near Ladder Falls?
Crevice Twin Falls (1 mi), Crevice Falls (1 mi), Ranch Falls (1 mi) and Beatson Falls (1 mi).