Lower Cathedral Creek Falls
California · height not recorded · Yosemite National Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Lower Cathedral Creek Falls is a waterfall in 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Cathedral Creek Falls (this page) | — | — | — | N | — |
| Upper Cathedral Creek Falls | 0 mi | — | — | N | — |
| Waterwheel Falls | 2 mi | — | — | N | — |
| LeConte Falls | 3 mi | — | — | N | — |
| California Falls | 3 mi | — | — | N | — |
| White Cascade | 5 mi | — | — | N | — |
Questions visitors ask about Lower Cathedral Creek Falls
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Is Lower Cathedral Creek Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Lower Cathedral Creek Falls is inside Yosemite National Park. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Lower Cathedral Creek Falls?
No — dogs are not allowed on trails here. Most National Park trails prohibit pets to protect wildlife. Service animals are an exception per ADA.
How far is Lower Cathedral Creek Falls from a major city?
Lower Cathedral Creek Falls is 14 miles from Yosemite Valley (about 20 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
37.9313, -119.5013
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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