Corlieu Falls is a multi-tiered waterfall on Lewis Creek in Sierra National Forest near Oakhurst, dropping an estimated 80 feet over several steps. It is reached by a short descent on the Lewis Creek National Scenic Trail.
At 80 ft, it stands above roughly 63% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Corlieu Falls sits on Lewis Creek. You'll find it in Madera, California. It is protected within US Forest Service.
This is a short hike waterfall: reached by a short trail, generally under about a mile each way. A short walk gets you to the viewpoint, so it works for most casual visitors and families. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 1.5 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Oakhurst, the closest town.
When to go: spring. Like most waterfalls, Corlieu Falls runs highest after snowmelt or heavy rain and can thin out in late summer, so it's worth checking recent streamflow and the land manager's conditions page before a long drive.
