Marble Falls

Marble Falls is most impressive in early spring and summer.

This waterfall is at the end of a 7-mile round trip trail. The trail climbs 3.1 miles one-way at a moderate incline through the chaparral scrubland and ends at this cascading waterfall.

Water is essential for life to thrive in the hot, dry foothills, but can sometimes be challenging to find. In the springtime, streams and creeks swell to high levels as snowmelt makes its way down towards the Central Valley. Once the snow has melted, however, water levels drop significantly. By late summer, many water sources dry up completely. Inconsistent snowpack from year to year makes it difficult to predict what resources will be available for the parks' flora and fauna.

Safety

There are many safety factors to consider when hiking this trail including poison oak, rattlesnakes, ticks, extreme heat, and little to no shade. Please review the trail safety information on the Foothills page before going on this hike.

Location

The trail is located at Potwisha Campground near site 14. Start at the parking lot and follow the dirt road across the concrete ditch. The trail starts along the steep bank to the right.

Parking

Park near site #14 at Potwisha Campground. Additional parking available across the Generals Highway in the Potwisha Overflow Parking Lot.

Details

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Reservations

No

Accessibility Information

This unpaved trail is on a steep grade with uneven terrain. It is not considered wheelchair accessible.

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