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Leavitt Falls Vista Point

Lower Tier of Leavitt Falls in July

Photo © Sandy Gordon

Leavitt Falls drops a spectacular 300 ft. along Leavitt Creek through a steep canyon in three major tiers. The vista viewpoint provides a wonderful overall view of the waterfall, though it is very difficult to get a picture of the entire length of the falls. The bottom drop of 100 ft. or so is the most impressive section of the waterfall, and the most photographed. For photographing, we recommend arriving before noon, or early in the morning.

Leavitt Falls is 6.0 miles east of the Sonora Pass summit. Direction from the east:  At the junction of Hwy 395 and Hwy 108 (about 14 miles south of Walker), turn west onto Hwy 108. Drive 8.8 miles to the signed Leavitt Falls Vista point on the left (south). Picnic tables, parking and vault toilet are located on-site.

Recreational Opportunities

Viewing and photography platform built over a steep canyon with a view for miles of the Sierra Nevada high country. A nice place for a picnic.

Seasons Accessible

At 7,800 ft. elevation, it is accessible June through September, depending on snow-pack levels.

Fees: Free

 ADA Accessibility Notes

With assistance is ADA accessible.

 Pet Friendly Notes

Pets on leash.

For More Information, Contact:

Sandy Gordon

Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau

tcvb@mlode.com
http://www.tcvb.com/
542 Stockton St., Sonora, CA 95370
209-533-4420 · toll-free 800-446-1333

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Longitude: -119.560990300
Latitude: 38.322833800
Elevation: 7837 FT (2389 M)
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