Fossil Falls

The Fossil Falls is a unique geological feature, located in the in in the United States. Volcanic activity in the mountain range, along with meltwater from in the nearby Sierra Nevada, played a role in the creation of the falls.
  • Waterfall (intermittent)
  • …lies at an elevation of 3,248 feet (990 metres)
  • Description: archaeological site in California, United States

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Coso and Little Lake.
Junction is an unincorporated community in , , United States.
is a former settlement… is situated 2½ miles south of Fossil Falls.
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Latitude
35.9698° or 35° 58′ 11″ north
Longitude
-117.90908° or 117° 54′ 33″ west
Open location code
8574X39R+W9
Open­Street­Map ID
Open­Street­Map feature
waterway=­waterfall
Open­Street­Map attribute
intermittent=­yes
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Places with the Same Name

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Fossil Falls Trailhead and Fossil Falls Scenic Area.

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