About This Waterfall
The small creek forming Bishop Falls could be the most tumultuous in the North Fork Cispus drainage, but due to the fact that its waterfalls are hidden in a deep canyon, they aren't known well at all. Bishop Falls is the first of two substantial waterfalls in the canyon, occurring immediately below FR 78. The falls start off sliding down a pitched formation, making an S bend towards the bottom, then quickly plunging 60 feet to the canyon floor. Shortly downstream there is another waterfall of 60 feet or more that might be considered a lower tier of Bishop Falls (closer inspection will reveal the status).The name for the falls was suggested as it drains from a portion of Bishop Ridge.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Horsetail
Total Height
90ft
Tallest Drop
65ft
Number of Drops
2
Run
100ft
Avg Width
10ft
Pitch
77°
Magnitude
30.26
High Flow
35cfs
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
46.437380, -121.686700
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
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Safety Info
Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.
Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.