Falls Creek Trail
San Gorgonio Wilderness, San Bernardino County, CA
Out-and-back trail in San Gorgonio Wilderness, San Bernardino County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.7 mi (20.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,497 ft (1,066 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 55 min
- High point
- 9,961 ft (3,036 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Alger Creek Camp 2 mi (3.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Saxton Trail Camp 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from start
- Campsite 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Falls Creek Trail
How long is Falls Creek Trail?
Falls Creek Trail is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 55 min. It climbs 3,497 ft (1,066 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,961 ft (3,036 m).
How hard is Falls Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Falls Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Falls Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Falls Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (81% under trees).
What can you do on Falls Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Falls Creek Trail?
El Mexicano, 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Elkhorn General Store, 1.1 mi (1.7 km).
Is this a good week for Falls Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Falls Creek Trail
- Momyer Creek Trail San Gorgonio Wilderness · Expert · 8 mi (12.9 km)
- Falls Creek Spur Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Moderate · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Momyer Creek Non Wilderness Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Hard · 5.4 mi (8.7 km)
- Momyer Creek Trail San Gorgonio Wilderness · Expert · 13.5 mi (21.7 km)
- Dobbs Cabin Spur Trail San Gorgonio Wilderness · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Big Falls Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Vivian Creek Trail San Bernardino National Forest · Moderate · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Vivian Creek Trail San Gorgonio Wilderness · Hard · 8.4 mi (13.6 km)
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