Accessible from Highway 89 North, just 3 miles from Highway 50, look out for the sign marking the turn onto Fallen Leaf Lake Road. Nestled above the tranquil Fallen Leaf Lake, this snow-fed stream offers a stunning setting for your photography sessions. Glen Alpine Falls: Capture the captivating beauty of Glen Alpine Falls, a picturesque stair-step waterfall cascading down in layers for 65 feet. From the picnic area, continue a quarter of a mile up to see Upper Eagle Falls. Pack your water bottles and lunch for a quick bite at the picnic area. It's an easy to moderate hike and takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Lower Eagle Falls is about a mile walk down with drops in two large cascades of 60 and 90 feet. There are lower and upper falls, both equally beautiful. Photo courtesy of Jeff MartinezĮagle Falls: This beautiful waterfall is set against the backdrop of the iconic Emerald Bay.
Note that the trail is located in a wilderness area, and a permit is required to access it.Ĭascade Creek Falls is a sight to behold. However, the reward for your effort is the impressive sight of the 200-foot waterfall as it tumbles down the cliff. As you progress along the trail, it gradually becomes steeper and more challenging, with large boulders to navigate. The trailhead is conveniently located across from Inspiration Point and leads to the breathtaking Cascade Falls. Accessible from Highway 89 at Emerald Bay, this moderate 1-mile path offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and wildflowers. Photo courtesy of Ĭascade Creek Falls: Experience the beauty of the Desolation Wilderness area with a hike along the Cascade Creek Falls Trail. Photo: Lower Eagle Falls in all her glory. The rocks may be slick, and the freezing water is a serious hazard. Safety Advisory: Remember to exercise extreme caution when near waterfalls in the Tahoe area. Here are 13 waterfalls that you should definitely take the time to visit this year. Thanks to record-breaking snowfall, the waterfalls in the area are going to be bigger and more impressive than ever before. If you're a fan of waterfalls, this year's winter runoff is creating something to remember.
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