Swimming at Cedar Creek Falls in Julian, CA
Ashley swimming over to the waterfall.
N262NJ Plane Crash At Cedar Creek Falls, Julian
CEDAR CREEK FALLS - January 5, 2013 - A pilot, identified as Jeremiah Jackson of Del Mar California, was able to perform a hard landing in the Julian mountains near Cedar Creek Falls. Jackson, with eight world, and one national-level, aviation records, was unhurt in the crash. San Diego Sheriff's ASTREA helicopter was able to locate the crash scene and guide first responders to the scene. Fire crews were dispatched to the crash at 1:13 PM. The plane is listed as a VANS PV-10. It is a homebuilt single-engine fixed-wing 4-seater aircraft. It's maiden flight was on December 27, 2012, less than two weeks before todays crash. The FAA and the NTSB are investigating the crash.
80 Foot Cedar Creek Falls Flowing Big Time | Ramona, CA Hike (Devil's Punchbowl)
Quick video of a recent hike down to Cedar Creek Falls in Ramona, California. San Diego County's very own 80 foot tall water fall was a roaring down last Sunday. It was super hot, but the view of the waterfall was very much worth the effort.
Film footage shows some cliff diving but it is strictly prohibitive per 36 CFR 261.53(e), and you will be cited by the Forest Rangers - stay safe out there!
Now, get out there and just hike it! (:
Hike to Cedar Creek Falls
On Saturday, January 1st 2011, three friends and I headed out towards Julian to hike out to Cedar Creek Falls.
Perhaps San Diego County's most spectacular waterfall, Cedar Creek Falls plunges about 90ft into a pool surrounded by rock walls. It's one of the more popular hikes in this part of California, which is perhaps more known for its hot and dry climate than its waterfalls. While this is indeed an impressive waterfall, it does have a rather short life depending upon the rain/snow fall during the winter. Starting out from the trail head at the end of Eagel Peak Road we had great views looking north up Ritchie Creek Canyon to see Mildred Falls, arguably San Diego County's highest at more than 100 feet.
Cedar Creek had quite a bit of water flowing and we had the whole area to ourselves, as we had arrived at the trail head a little after 7am. By the time we had started back, a number of other people started showing up so it looked like we beat the crowds. This 4.5 mile round trip hike will take about 2 1/2 hours, not counting the time spent hanging out at the falls.
Cedar Creek Falls Hiking and Camping
camping and hiking up the back way to Cedar creek falls. and of course getting a Julian Pie afterwards.
Hike to Cedar Creek Falls
I decided to put this video up I made about two years ago, because my city has only seen 0.04 inches of rain this January(and no predicted rain for the rest of the month). This, the rainiest month of the year, and yet its so dry here -- we really have not had much rain this year. San Diego is a normally sunny, arid place, averaging about 9.9 inches of rain annually. This year(the season so far: measured from July 1, 2006 to today, January 20, 2007) we've only seen 1.71 inches of total precipitation, very, very dry!
I made this video in Spring of 2005 near the peak of the third rainiest season in San
Diego Californias' history. That year, 22.35 inches of measured rain fell at Lindbergh Field(the main SD airport near downtown) which was the most rain seen here since 1940-1941, when 24.74 inches of rain was measured which is second only to the rain measured during the year, 1883-1884, at 25.97 inches--most rain ever recorded since rain measurements have been kept(1850).
The most rainfall in over sixty years -- the most I've ever seen in San Diego, EVER in my life, so what?
What happens in a once in a lifetime rainfall?
Never seen before HUGE WATERFALLS!
Waterfalls that my eyes, or your eyes, may never EVER see happen like this again!
Cedar Creek Falls are in a remote part of San Diego County. Incredible natural beauty, but so well hidden, most locals don't even know it exists! About 10 miles from the historical gold rush town of Julian, CA, the falls can be found only after taking a long bumpy country back road where you average about 15 - 20 mph due to the poor quality of paved and unpaved roadway. From the parking lot at the end of the road, you have about an hour moderate to strenuous hike to the Cedar Creek Falls. If you ever decide to hike there it is ADVISED to BRING ENOUGH WATER WITH YOU! I usually bring a gallon just for myself. Call the rangers for the latest updated conditions and heed all warnings they give. I have only been there twice, once on March 20, 2005, and then I returned six weeks later, May 15, 2005. It was a comfortably cool time of the year and I had no problems. During the warm and hot dry time of the year people can get dangerously dehydrated, and conditions can be FATAL in some instances. It's that serious. This canyon is like the Grand Canyon of San Diego. It is that big and remote. In 2003, sheriff's helicopter crews rescued 30 people and one dog from the canyon. Beware: Cell phones don't work here because of the topography and remoteness.
Cedar Creek Canyon(where the falls are) is the site where the infamous Cedar Creek Fire of 2003 started.
The 2003 Cedar Creek Fire, THE LARGEST FIRE TO EVER BURN IN CALIFORNIA, threatened 25 communities in San Diego County and burned nearly 275,000 acres, taking 14 lives and nearly 2,300 residences. To complicate matters more, two additional fires burned 102,000 acres in the county. If you look at my pictures you will see isolated fire charred blackened trees(from the 2003 fire) scattered about the lush greenery.
I discoverd the falls by chance. After reading about the falls in a local newspaper, I cut out the article and actually video edited/pasted/faded a color photo of the falls (that I shot) over the black and white photo seen in the newspaper article (as seen around 4 minutes and 30 seconds into this video).
The volume of water is the key to the spectacle! I took these photos on March 20, 2005 when the cloudbursts of winter rain had just dumped the most rain on San Diego since 1940-1941! I went back six weeks later on May 15, 2005 and even though there was still many storms since the first visit(3/20/05) the volume was down and the falls had been diminished by a third already!!! The ranger at the parking lot that charged us $5.00 for the day visit said that during the summer and just before the rain season begins the falls are reduced to just a trickle.
The start of the 'road trip' part of the video animation shows the car near the mouth of the San Diego River at the Pacific Ocean. The Cedar Creek Falls flows into the upper San Diego River drainage.
Mildred Falls can be seen at the start of the hike, as seen in this video. It was bigger than I'll probably ever see it again(on March 20, 2005) and its the tallest, longest waterfall in San Diego County at about 125-150 feet long, but it's volume is significantly smaller than Cedar Creek Falls. It wasn't much more than a trickle already by May 15, 2005 when I returned. The sounds of water from Mildred falls echoed for miles and miles of the Cedar Creek Falls canyons and trails, very enjoyable. The Cedar Creek Falls are tucked away and when you finally come upon them when they are raging in the full glory of the very peak of a historic rainy season it is TRULY a sight to behold.
Lets Go Trippin', california sonshine
Cedar Falls San Diego
- Hike to Cedar Falls San Diego, California. Swim beneath the waterfall.
Tree Sisters Water falls in Julian California. (Las tres hermanas hike)
Green Valley Falls 5 of 10 - Creek with waterfalls and swimming holes in San Diego
Located in the Green Valley Campground at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Day use permit to enter the campground is $8 per vehicle. (760) 765-3020. Makes a great half day trip. We usually spend the afternoon at the falls, then cook out in the picnic area and head out at dusk.
3 Sisters Falls-Julian California-Gopro Hero2
Wanted to try my Gopro Hero 2 so we went on a little hike with the 'S FAM' friends to 3 sisters falls. It was kinda dried up but was still fun. thanks for watching guys :)
Green Valley Falls, San Diego County
Aug 6th, 2011. Not a lot of recent t-storm action in the back country this summer, but still plenty of cold, clear water at the falls.
Green Valley Falls 4 of 10 - Creek with waterfalls and swimming holes in San Diego
Located in the Green Valley Campground at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Day use permit to enter the campground is $8 per vehicle. (760) 765-3020. Makes a great half day trip. We usually spend the afternoon at the falls, then cook out in the picnic area and head out at dusk.
+ HIKING TO CEDAR CREEK WATERFALL (aka DEVIL's PUNCHBOWL) , RAMONA SAN DIEGO CA (requires permit)
note: you need a government permit to take this hike. it costs $10. for further info, go to
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+ BIBLICAL INSPIRATION ALONG THE WAY
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NICE HIKE when it's NOT too hot..., remember to get a PERMIT before you go...the ranger lives at the trailhead and checks everybody in and out... ; this was early April, lots of water in the waterfall & pond..the ranger said the water temp was 44 degrees but I took a swim and it FELT WARMER than that...maybe it's 44 at the bottom, but NOT at the top,...you can enjoy a swim, but don't jump off the rocks..
i saw one snake along the way...not sure what kind..it was in the middle of the path as you will see in the video... other than birds & gecko lizards I did not see any other wildlife...although the ranger warned that there is a mountain lion in the area.
Three Sisters Trail Big Fucking Rattlesnake, San Diego CA 4/5/2016
Snake at 3 sisters falls return hike. What an asshole. Instagram @altitude.alchemist @robb.keele
Three Sisters Waterfalls - Julian, Ca
Tips for a safe and memorable hike:
*Bring lots of water
*Best time to visit spring
*Difficult hike, vertical drops, rock scaling, 4 miles round trip
*Bring a snack
*Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes
*Bring a friend
Cedar Creek Falls Safety - San Diego County Sheriff's Department
Lt. James Bovet of the Ramona Sheriff's Substation offers information and tips to make your visit to Cedar Creek Falls safer.
There are new rules to visiting Cedar Creek Falls. Hikers are now required to pay for a visitor permit. Only 75 permits for individuals and/or groups of up to five people are available each day by reservation. The permit costs six dollars. To reserve a permit, visit recreation.gov. This online permit system will be available starting April 5th.
The permits are not parking passes. There are only 29 parking spots on the trailhead off of Thornbush Road. Cars blocking road access will be towed at owner's expense. Bringing or drinking alcohol in the area is not allowed. The cliffs surrounding the falls are closed to jumping and diving. Swimming is allowed. Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trail.
Sheriff's Deputies and U.S. Forest Service Rangers will strictly enforce the permit requirements and the ban on alcohol and cliff jumping. They will take appropriate law enforcement actions on violations of local, state and federal laws, which can include a citation up to an arrest and fines.
The trail to Cedar Creek Falls is a challenging five-and-a-half-mile hike with no shade from the sun. It is not for beginners. The return trip is mostly uphill. You will need at least four 16-ounce water bottles to stay hydrated. Dress appropriately for the hike and know your limits. Leave your dog at home. This trail is not easy on the paws because it's littered with sharp rocks and the surface gets very hot.
Three Sisters Waterfall Hike Near Julian
Three Sisters Waterfall Hike Near Julian
The Three Sisters set of waterfalls is one of the best waterfalls in Southern California when it is flowing and it is located about an hour and a half from San Diego. There are three tiers that cascade over large granite rocks in a really impressive manner. The 4-mile round trip hike may not seem tough, but you have to walk into and out of a steep canyon so be prepared for some slow hiking as you maneuver down the hill and there is no real shade.
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Three Sisters Falls
Trixie hikes a potentially deadly trail to one of the hidden jewels of San Diego County; Three Sisters Falls.
Cedar Creek Falls in Flood
The San Diego River in Flood and Cedar Creek Falls
There are Photos at the end showing Cedar Creek Falls at an extreme rate of flow