Big Springs Falls

Big Springs Falls

Sierra County, California

Description

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Location

The springs that these two waterfalls are a part of originate only a few hundred feet up the hill, but their position of emergence is located on private property so access is restricted. However, the waterfalls themselves are not on private property enabling the public to enjoy them. The eastern of the two waterfalls is taller and may contain more water but I think the western waterfall is more photogenic. If you're in the area definitely take a few minutes to stop and check these waterfalls out.

Big Springs Falls: 39.5968 N, 120.6107 W

East Big Springs Falls: 39.5981 N, 120.6091 W

USGS Topo: Haypress Valley

Directions

From Sierra City, take CA-49 northeast ~3.0 miles to the a long parking area off the northwest side of the highway. The main waterfall is off the northeastern end of the parking lot. The eastern waterfall is ~0.1 miles northeast off the northwestern side of the highway.

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