Pleistocene basalt channel where the ancestral Owens River once spilled over a lava dam, carving a dry waterfall of potholed, polished black rock at the foot of the Coso Range. BLM manages a small campground and short trails just east of US-395 south of Little Lake — a classic Owens Valley geology stop between Ridgecrest and Lone Pine.
Field facts
| Region | Inyo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.9698, -117.9090 |
| Feature | Dry basalt waterfall / potholes |
| Manager | BLM Bishop Field Office |
| Access | Short dirt spur from US-395 |
| Nearby | Coso volcanic field / Little Lake |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaSacatar Trail Wilderness7.7 km away
- Rec areaSacatar Trail Wilderness10.7 km away
- CampgroundChimney Creek Campground18.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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