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Falls Loop Trail – Waterfall loop from Russian Gulch State Park

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Falls Loop Trail – Waterfall loop from Russian Gulch State Park

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5.0

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Falls Loop Trail – Waterfall loop from Russian Gulch State Park

01:47

5.92km

190m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Parking

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1.50 km

Falls Loop Trail

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Explore the Falls Loop Trail, a circular path that starts with an uphill climb. This is the part of the trail where you'll get a bit of a workout. As you walk, you'll come across stairs, tall redwood trees, and an abundance of ferns on the ground. It's a beautiful walk with some uphill sections for a little exercise.

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3.50 km

Trail Junction

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Right here, the trail splits in two. If you're coming from the Fern Canyon Trail, you can take the Falls Loop Trail to see the waterfall and continue on to the East Trail. If you're on the Falls Loop Trail, you have the option to switch to the Fern Canyon Trail, which leads back to the campground, or the North Trail.

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4.47 km

Waterfall

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Stunning waterfall that nestles among lush ferns and moss. Great place to stop for a break anytime of year. There are wild mushrooms in the winter months and colorful wildflowers in the spring.

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5.92 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.14 km

587 m

185 m

Surfaces

3.41 km

2.32 km

114 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 23 May

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Falls Loop Trail – Waterfall loop from Russian Gulch State Park

Falls Loop Trail

Trail Junction

Waterfall

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