


Trailhead parking for Phantom Falls gives access to a dramatic seasonal waterfall plunging into a steep canyon near Oroville. Photograph the 130-ft cascade, layered canyon walls, and mossy pools after winter rains or spring snowmelt. Best light is early morning or late afternoon on weekdays to avoid crowds; hike ~1.5–2 miles on uneven trail, limited parking at the pullout on Cherokee Rd. Check trail/land access and closures, bring water, sturdy shoes, and expect variable water flow—summer can be



Trailhead parking for Phantom Falls gives access to a dramatic seasonal waterfall plunging into a steep canyon near Oroville. Photograph the 130-ft cascade, layered canyon walls, and mossy pools after winter rains or spring snowmelt. Best light is early morning or late afternoon on weekdays to avoid crowds; hike ~1.5–2 miles on uneven trail, limited parking at the pullout on Cherokee Rd. Check trail/land access and closures, bring water, sturdy shoes, and expect variable water flow—summer can be