Rancheria Falls
Fresno County, California
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- 40 ft (12.2 m)
- Location
- Fresno County, California
- Access status
- Source-reviewed route and parking
- The walk
- 2 miles round trip
- Ground & access
- Climbing trail with rocks near the falls; carry drinking water.
Follow Rancheria Falls Trail from the developed trailhead to the waterfall viewpoint. CalWild corroborates the Huntington Lake route and parking, distinct from the waterfall of the same name in Yosemite.
Plan your visit
Rancheria Falls Trail near Huntington Lake
USFS gives 2 miles round trip. CalWild estimates 0.85 mile one way from the upper lot; its 2.1-mile one-way option starts down at the highway turnoff.
Climbing trail with rocks near the falls; carry drinking water.
Where to start
Use the developed trailhead lot at the end of the rough, unpaved Rancheria Falls Road (8S31), reached from Highway 168 past China Peak. CalWild describes a few spaces and vault toilets. Confirm road conditions before driving.
Timing & water
June through October depending on snow.
Before you go
USFS lists no fee.
Visitor informationMore waterfalls nearby
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