Outdoors NearbyWildcat Falls
Wildcat Falls is a waterfall in California, about 8 miles from Yosemite Valley. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 623 feet (190 m) high and at 4,252 feet elevation. The closest other named fall is The Cascades, about 1 miles away.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Old Big Oak Flat Road Trailhead, about 1.2 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Wildcat Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 623 ft (190 m) |
| Elevation | 4,252 ft |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.
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More waterfalls nearby
- The Cascades near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi Directions
- Upper Cascades near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi Directions
- Silver Strand Falls 574 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi · seasonal Directions
- Foresta Falls near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi Directions
- Little Nellie Falls near Yosemite Valley · 4 mi Directions
- Bridalveil Fall 617 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 4 mi · trailhead 0.2 mi Directions
- Ribbon Fall 1611 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 4 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi · seasonal Directions
- Chinquapin Falls near Yosemite Valley · 4 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Wildcat Falls?
In California, about 8 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.7236, -119.7172. Use the directions link, and check the trailhead and parking with the land manager.
Where is the trailhead for Wildcat Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Old Big Oak Flat Road Trailhead, about 1.2 miles from Wildcat Falls in a straight line. On foot it is farther, since trails rarely run straight.
How tall is Wildcat Falls?
About 623 feet (190 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Wildcat Falls?
The Cascades (1 mi), Upper Cascades (1 mi), Silver Strand Falls (3 mi) and Foresta Falls (3 mi).