Outdoors NearbyThree Chute Falls
Three Chute Falls is a waterfall in California, about 3 miles from Yosemite Valley. 8 more named falls lie within 20 miles.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Snow Creek Trailhead, about 0.5 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Three Chute Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| More | Wikipedia |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Snow Creek Falls 2133 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi · trailhead 0.5 mi Directions
- Silver Apron near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 1 mi Directions
- Vernal Fall 318 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi Directions
- Royal Arch Cascade 1247 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi · seasonal Directions
- Nevada Fall 594 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi Directions
- Lehamite Falls 1181 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · seasonal Directions
- Pywiack Cascade 591 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi Directions
- Staircase Falls 1017 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.4 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Three Chute Falls?
In California, about 3 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.7594, -119.5299. Use the directions link, and check the trailhead and parking with the land manager.
Where does the hike to Three Chute Falls start?
The closest trailhead on the map is Snow Creek Trailhead, about 0.5 miles from Three Chute Falls in a straight line. Expect a longer walk than that, especially on switchbacks.
What other waterfalls are near Three Chute Falls?
Snow Creek Falls (1 mi), Silver Apron (2 mi), Vernal Fall (2 mi) and Royal Arch Cascade (2 mi).