Horsetail Falls
California · height not recorded · Hoover Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Horsetail Falls is a waterfall in Mono County, California. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsetail Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Cascade Falls | 11 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Waterwheel Falls | 15 mi | — | — | N | — |
| LeConte Falls | 15 mi | — | — | N | — |
| California Falls | 16 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Lower Cathedral Creek Falls | 16 mi | — | — | N | — |
Questions visitors ask about Horsetail Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Horsetail Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Horsetail Falls is inside Hoover Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Horsetail Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Hoover Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Horsetail Falls?
No entrance fee. Hoover Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Horsetail Falls from a major city?
Horsetail Falls is 3 miles from Twin Lakes (about 4 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
38.1393, -119.3795
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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