Illilouette Fall, Yosemite West

Name: Illilouette Fall
Address: Yosemite West, United States

#5 among attractions in Yosemite West

Natural attraction, Waterfall

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Illilouette Fall is a 381-foot waterfall on the Illilouette Creek tributary of the Merced River in Yosemite National Park. It is located in a small canyon that cuts into the south wall of Yosemite Valley directly across from Vernal Fall. The origin and meaning of the waterfall's name has been lost to time. ()

Alternative names: World rank: 733Width: 120 ftAverage width: 85 ftHeight: 381 ftCoordinates: 37°42'50"N, 119°33'40"W

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Yosemite West United States

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Illilouette Fall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vernal Fall, Glacier Point, John Muir Trail, Emerald Pool.

1.3 miNE
Cascading waterfall with valley views
Vernal Fall, Yosemite West
34 min walk • Nestled within the majestic landscape of Yosemite National Park, Vernal Fall is a breathtaking waterfall that captivates the hearts of travelers from around the globe. This stunning cascade in California is a powerful testament to the natural beauty that the park has...
1.4 miNW
Views of iconic Yosemite from up high
Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park
35 min walk • Perched atop the granite cliffs of Yosemite National Park, Glacier Point offers a breathtaking panorama that captivates visitors from around the globe. Situated in Mariposa County, California, this scenic spot is renowned for its unparalleled views of Yosemite Valley...
1.2 miN
Hiking, John Muir, Hiking trail
John Muir Trail, Yosemite National Park
32 min walk • The John Muir Trail is a breathtaking trek through the Sierra Nevada mountain range, primarily within the wilderness of Yosemite National Park, United States. Named in honor of the naturalist John Muir, the trail is a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
1.4 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Emerald Pool, Yosemite National Park
36 min walk • Emerald Pool is the name of several locations.
1.3 miNE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Mist Trail, Yosemite National Park
34 min walk • The Mist Trail is one of the most popular short hikes in Yosemite National Park, California, USA. The steep hike follows the Merced River, starting at Happy Isles in Yosemite Valley, past Vernal Fall and Emerald Pool, to Nevada Fall.
1 miN
Nature, Cliff
Sierra Point, Yosemite National Park
25 min walk • Sierra Point is a point located in Yosemite National Park at the eastern end of the valley, below Grizzly Peak, on what is essentially the southern shoulder of Half Dome. The trail used to be quite popular, but was closed due to a rock slide in the 1970s. This was John Muir's favorite trail.
1.2 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Grizzly Peak, Yosemite National Park
32 min walk • Grizzly Peak in Yosemite Valley is a promontory on the southwest wall below the popular Half Dome. It can be seen on the hike to Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall, from northeastern Glacier Point, and various other locations in the Yosemite Valley.
1.3 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum
Glacier Point Trailside Museum, Yosemite National Park
34 min walk • The Glacier Point Trailside Museum was one of the first projects in Yosemite National Park by Herbert Maier in what would become the National Park Service Rustic style.
1.2 miNW
Natural attraction, Nature, Rock
Separate Reality, Yosemite National Park
32 min walk • Separate Reality is a 20-metre-long long climbing route in Yosemite National Park in California, United States. The famous route is well known for its exposed crux and 6-metre-long crack in its roof through which the sky is visible.