Chilnualna Falls

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Chilnualna Falls
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Location: Yosemite National Park, California, United States
Type: Tiered
Total Height: 695ft
Longest Single Drop: 240 feet (73 m)
Number of Drops: 5
Average Flow Rate: unknown
World Height Ranking: 380

Chilnualna Falls is a series of waterfalls totaling 690 feet (210 m), located on Chilnualna Creek in the southern section of Yosemite National Park.

The falls are a popular horseback riding destination. Chilnualna Falls consists of five tiers ranging from 30-300 feet (9-91 m) in height. The first tier is 90-120 feet (27-36 m) high. The second is a 30-foot (9 m) high cascade. The third and largest is 300 feet (91 m) high. The fourth is 60 feet (18 m) high. The final tier is a 180-210 foot (54-64 m) high cascade.

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