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Cedar Creek Falls via Thornbush Road

based on 92 tracks & routes #5 hike out of 271 in
5.3 mi
Distance
2 hrs 39 min
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terrain
925 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate out and back trail to Cedar Creek Falls in Cleveland National Forest.



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    1 year, 9 months ago
    Great hike. Lots of water especially the morning after a rain. Bring water shoes and wear pants that can be pulled up. Lots of flowers out too.
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    2 years, 6 months ago
    Best to go in early spring when the wildflowers are blooming and the falls are going strong, but be ready for a crowd unless you’re there on a weekday. If you go later in spring make sure you pack enough water and either start out early or around 4pm-it heats up as you hike into the valley! Way too hot to do this in summer, and the uphill hike back is not a joke in the heat.
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    3 years, 7 months ago
    Fun little hike with a creek crossing. Make reservation beforehand as there usually isn’t service once you get to the trailhead so make sure you take a screenshot. Falls are crowded so we tend to only go once a year but definitely a must see. Pack sunscreen, hat and sunglasses as there’s no shade until you get closer to the falls. Bring lots and lots of water!
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    5 years, 4 months ago
    Not much scenery on the walk. The walk dawn is far easier than the walk back up. Well worth the trip down to go for a swim. Be mindful of the heat any time after noon in the summer months. Very little shade except the last half mile.
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halvves 9 years ago
Cedar Creek Falls (11/17/15, 11:18:51)
Trailhead is located at: 15519 Thornbush Rd, Ramona, CA 92065 Free parking at trailhead as well as latrines and water spigot.
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