Punch Bowl
California · height not recorded · Sespe Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Punch Bowl is a waterfall in Ventura 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punch Bowl (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Jackson Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| White Swift Falls | 2 mi | 59 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Rose Valley Falls | 9 mi | — | — | — | — |
| 33 Falls | 13 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Paradise Falls | 19 mi | 70 ft | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about Punch Bowl
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Is Punch Bowl in a national or state park?
Yes — Punch Bowl is inside Sespe 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 Punch Bowl?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Sespe 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 Punch Bowl?
No entrance fee. Sespe Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Punch Bowl from a major city?
Punch Bowl is 7 miles from Santa Paula (about 10 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
34.4548, -119.0557
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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