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Pfeiffer Falls

Monterey County, California

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
Not recorded
Location
Monterey County, California
Access status
Trail closed until further notice after the Timber Fire; route documented
The walk
0.75 mile trail; 1.5-mile loop with the Valley View Trail (source figures)
Ground & access
Forest trail with steps and a long pedestrian bridge.
California State Parks: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

The Pfeiffer Falls Trail follows a redwood gorge to a 60-foot waterfall, crossing a 70-foot pedestrian bridge. It can be combined with the Valley View Trail as a loop. In October 2026 State Parks said the Pfeiffer Falls Trail remains closed until further notice after the Timber Fire. Entry to closed areas is prohibited.

Plan your visit

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Pfeiffer Falls Trail through the redwood gorge to the falls

California State Parks gives the Pfeiffer Falls Trail as a 0.75-mile hike to the falls and a 1.5-mile loop when combined with the Valley View Trail.

Forest trail with steps and a long pedestrian bridge.

Where to start

Inside Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park; vehicle day use is $10.00.

Timing & water

Closed until further notice in October 2026 for assessment and recovery work in burned areas. The park itself reopened October 16, 2026. Park hours are 8 a.m. to sunset.

Before you go

Vehicle day-use fee of $10.00. No reservation needed for day use.

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

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Waterfall location

Monterey County, California.

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