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Aztec Falls

San Bernardino County, California

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
Not recorded
Location
San Bernardino County, California
Access status
Closed by Forest Order through June 7, 2027
The walk
No public walking approach while the closure order is in effect
Ground & access
Not applicable while closed. The older community description mentions a creek, a bridge and an unmarked turn.
Forest Service Deep Creek closure alert

The San Bernardino National Forest closed the Deep Creek area, including the Splinters Cabin trailhead and picnic area used to reach Aztec Falls, to protect public safety. The order runs from July 2, 2025 through June 7, 2027.

Plan your visit

Formerly a short trail from the Splinters Cabin day-use area. That area is closed by Forest Order.

A community listing gave 1.23 miles out and back before the closure. That figure is not official and does not apply while the order is in effect.

Not applicable while closed. The older community description mentions a creek, a bridge and an unmarked turn.

Where to start

Entering the Splinters Cabin Trailhead and Picnic Area is prohibited under the order. Do not park or enter there.

Timing & water

Closed through June 7, 2027 unless the Forest Service ends the order earlier. Check the Forest Service alert before travel.

Before you go

The order exempts only holders of a PCT Long-distance Permit, a Forest Service exemption permit, and officials. Violations are punishable by fine or jail.

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Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

San Bernardino County, California.

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