Cascade Falls

Cascade Falls is a short, easy hike in the Ukonom Ranger District of Six Rivers National Forest in California, managed by the Forest Service. The trail is about 0.4 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 199 feet, and it rises from roughly 900 feet to about 1,133 feet. The route is natural-surfaced and open to both horses and bikes, so it works for riders and pack animals as well as hikers. The trip takes about half an hour, and the trail is typically open from May 1 to November 15. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Orleans, which sits about 730 feet lower than the trail, show May highs around 77°F and October highs around 71°F, while July and August average highs near 92°F. The Salmon River, a canoeing route, lies about 0.8 miles away. Butler Mountain and Portuguese are hikes within about 3 miles, and Nordheimer Main Campground is about 3 miles off.