Fossil Falls - Wikipedia
The Fossil Falls is a unique geological feature, located in the Coso Range of California in the United States. Volcanic activity in the mountain range, along with meltwater from glaciers in the nearby Sierra Nevada, played a role in the creation of the falls.
Fossil Falls: Dry Waterfall on Highway 395 - California Through …
Located off Highway 395, about 40 miles south of Lone Pine, sits a desolate area known as Fossil Falls. There is one sign for it each way, and if you blink, you can miss it. However, if you take the trip out to Fossil Falls, I guarantee what awaits you down the mile-long washboard dirt road is something you have probably never seen before.
Fossil Falls Campground - Bureau of Land Management
Fossil Falls Campground contains 11 first-come-first-serve campsites with drinking water, restroom, tables and fire rings. RV sites are available and well suited for medium-sized RVs. The fee is $6.00 per night and the stay limit is 14 days.
5 Things Hikers Should Know About Visiting Fossil Falls in California
Sep 18, 2023 · Fossil Falls offers a unique hiking experience, blending both geological wonders with the serenity of the desert environment. Equipped with the right knowledge and respect for the area, your hiking journey through this part of California's natural history will …
Fossil Falls - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
After a bumpy 1 mile dirt road, one will find a dormant cinder cone volcano, intriguing rock formations, and after a brief walk, cavernous nature sculpted flows that follows a 100 foot drop into a gorge. Definitely worth a stop. Be sure to take …
Fossil Falls - Atlas Obscura
Sep 11, 2013 · Discover Fossil Falls in Inyo County, California: Smooth basaltic rocks tell a tale of ancient glacial waterfalls.
Hiking, Climbing, and Camping at Fossil Falls - Visit California
Rushing river, sculpted black lava. The truth is that the name Fossil Falls is a bit of a misnomer. After all, there are neither fossils nor a waterfall here in the Coso Range, near the Sierra Nevada.
Fossil Falls Trail, California - 527 Reviews, Map - AllTrails
Enjoy this 0.5-mile out-and-back trail near Little Lake, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 10 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Fossil Falls Archeological District - The American Southwest
The Fossil Falls Archeological District in the Coso Range, just east of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California is a fascinating area that showcases weathered black volcanic rocks that were carved by an ancient waterfall.
Fossil Falls, A Spectacular Dry Waterfall Off California's Highway …
Nov 22, 2017 · The name Fossil Falls is actually a bit misleading — there are no fossils and there is no waterfall. Instead, Fossil Falls is a dry waterfall located in the Coso Range of California carved from basalt lava by ancient water flows and wind and it’s pretty amazing.