Goldmine Falls

Goldmine Falls

Inyo County, California

Description

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This is a slim multi-step cascade falling more than 300' along North Fork Bishop Creek below North Lake, southwest of Bishop, CA. It is easily seen from CA-168 and the base appears to be accessible.

Location

Goldmine Falls: 37.23054 N, 118.60508 W

USGS Topo: Mount Thompson

Directions

From the US-395/CA-168 intersection in Bishop, CA, follow CA-168 southwest for ~17.3 miles. Pull off the east side of the highway (wide dirt area). The waterfall is to the west (be careful if you cross the highway). Trails appear to access the base starting either from near the Cardinal Village Resort or the US-395 intersection with the North Lake Road.

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