Staircase Falls, Yosemite West

Name: Staircase Falls
Address: Yosemite West, United States

#9 among attractions in Yosemite West

Natural attraction, Waterfall

Gallery (1)

Map

Facts and practical information

Staircase Falls is a series of waterfalls located on Gossamer Creek in Yosemite National Park, California. The falls descend a total of 1,300 feet into Yosemite Valley over a series of steps. Staircase Falls is relatively ephemeral and is usually dry by the end of the month of June. The falls are located immediately behind Camp Curry on cliffs below Glacier Point. ()

Alternative names: World rank: 228Height: 1300 ftCoordinates: 37°44'6"N, 119°34'30"W

Address

Yosemite West United States

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Yosemite West

Day trips

Staircase Falls – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Glacier Point, John Muir Trail, Curry Village, Four Mile Trail.

~1560 ftS
Views of iconic Yosemite from up high
Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park
8 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...
0.9 miE
Hiking, John Muir, Hiking trail
John Muir Trail, Yosemite National Park
24 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.
~1090 ftNE
Park, Rustic architecture
Curry Village, Yosemite National Park
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Yosemite National Park, Curry Village is a charming and historic settlement that has been welcoming visitors for over a century. Known for its picturesque canvas tent cabins and rustic wooden lodges, Curry Village offers guests a unique...
0.7 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Outdoor activities
Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park
18 min walk • Four Mile Trail is a moderate to strenuous trail leading from Yosemite Valley to Glacier Point. The trail begins at the valley floor west of the Swinging Bridge recreation area, and climbs the south side 4.8 miles up to Glacier Point, an elevation change of 3,200 feet.
1 miSW
Hiking, park, and outdoor recreation
Sentinel Dome, Yosemite National Park
25 min walk • Sentinel Dome is a granite dome in Yosemite National Park, United States. It lies on the south wall of Yosemite Valley, 0.8 miles southwest of Glacier Point and 1.4 miles northeast of Profile Cliff.
1 miN
Natural attraction, Waterfall
Royal Arch Cascade, Yosemite West
27 min walk • Royal Arch Cascade is a waterfall located on the north wall of Yosemite Valley and the Yosemite National Park, United States, within walking distance from the Ahwahnee Hotel. The falls are 1,250 feet high and are usually dry by June.
1.2 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Canyon
Tenaya Canyon, Yosemite National Park
31 min walk • Tenaya Canyon is a dramatic and dangerous canyon in Yosemite National Park, California, USA, that runs from the outlet of Tenaya Lake 10 miles down to Yosemite Valley, carrying water in Tenaya Creek through a series of spectacular cascades and pools and thence into a deep canyon...
1.2 miNW
Museum
Yosemite Museum, Yosemite National Park
30 min walk • The Yosemite Museum is located in Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park in California. Founded in 1926 through the efforts of Ansel Franklin Hall, the museum's displays focus on the heritage and culture of the Ahwahnechee people who lived in the valley.
1.2 miNE
Rock
Washington Column, Yosemite National Park
32 min walk • Washington Column is a roughly 1800-foot high rock formation, arising from Yosemite Valley. It is east of the Royal Arches, behind the Ahwahnee Hotel. North Dome is above it. Washington Column can be viewed from many points in Yosemite Valley, including the trail to Mirror Lake.
1 miN
Climbing
Royal Arches, Yosemite National Park
27 min walk • The Royal Arches refers to a cliff containing natural occurring granite exfoliation arches, located below North Dome and rising above Yosemite Valley, in Yosemite National Park, California.
1.2 miSE
Nature, Cliff
Sierra Point, Yosemite National Park
32 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Staircase Falls?

Nearby attractions include Curry Village, Yosemite National Park (6 min walk), Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park (8 min walk), Glacier Point Trailside Museum, Yosemite National Park (9 min walk), LeConte Memorial Lodge, Yosemite National Park (10 min walk).

How to get to Staircase Falls by public transport?

The nearest stations to Staircase Falls:

Bus

Valley Shuttle Stop #13b • Lines: Yosemite Valley Shuttle (7 min walk)