

Tucked along the Hayward Lake Reservoir Trail, Steelhead Falls is a wooded, multi-tiered cascade ideal for intimate waterfall and forest compositions. Best after spring rains when flow is higher; soft, diffused light under a canopy makes for even exposures. Access is via a short, uneven trail from the Hayward Lake parking area—expect slippery rocks and limited facilities. Weekday mornings or overcast days reduce crowds and harsh highlights; parking available at trailhead with a short walk to the


Tucked along the Hayward Lake Reservoir Trail, Steelhead Falls is a wooded, multi-tiered cascade ideal for intimate waterfall and forest compositions. Best after spring rains when flow is higher; soft, diffused light under a canopy makes for even exposures. Access is via a short, uneven trail from the Hayward Lake parking area—expect slippery rocks and limited facilities. Weekday mornings or overcast days reduce crowds and harsh highlights; parking available at trailhead with a short walk to the