Black Star Canyon Falls

Category: Hiking area in Silverado, California

Address: 10499, 10967 Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA 92676, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

adrian arredondo

Mar 23, 2022

Really good hike. I guess it rates in the hard section. Very rocky,you will be hiking uo to the fall along the river bed, climbing on or around boulders bigger then a car. My six year old had a great time. GPS clocked it at 8miles start to finish. If going with small children just keep an eye on them some parts are a little sketchy when wet. Have a good time. Experienced hikers might rate as moderate to hard. Certainly a great scenic experience.

Drew Johnson

Feb 24, 2022

6 hours hike round trip. At the turnaround point, high boulders between you and a quaint little waterfall. Plenty of shade throughout, except for the entire first mile at the gate. 0 bathrooms. Dogs are OK if they're in good shape, but won't make it over the boulders on their own.

Stella Song

Jan 3, 2022

Very hard, very muddy after the rain. But well worth all the efforts when you reach the end!! The waterfall is amazing! This is my 2nd time be there so I’m well equipped with water-proof hiking shoes, long sleeves, sun screen, enough water and most importantly, gloves because you will using your hands grab and climb all sort of things. Be prepared for at least 4.5 hours non-stop exercise!

Patricia Mondragon

Sep 23, 2021

Amazing and beautiful hiking trail. Started off with a plain looking trail which made me think it was going to be just a boring walk but once we got to the trail that led to the waterfall it was nothing but pure fun and adventure consisting of searching for trails that led the way up, climbing up huge boulders and best of all teamwork if you're with a partner. The waterfall was dried up but the journey there was amazing either way. Will definitely be doing it again. Oh and of you're new at this hiking thing or don't work out much be prepared to be sore for a couple of days afterward. (:

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Questions & Answers

Are leashed dogs allowed on the trails?

Kathleen Mach | Aug 17, 2021
Kricket Atkinson | Aug 17, 2021

Yes but ur pup needs to be in shape, or be able to lift them, lol. I’ve seen several people have to lift their dogs up and down the boulders. Fire road portion is super easy but once it gets up into the stream and rocks portion… It’s less trail, and more rock hopping your way upstream.

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Does it take long to reach the waterfall?

Breanna Patrick | Aug 17, 2020
Beckett Prado | Aug 17, 2020

One to four hours depending on your ability ... I think we did it in 90 minutes

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Is the waterfall dry right now? And if so, when is it flowing?

Joseph Purtell | Aug 18, 2019
Suzanne Hannahs | Aug 18, 2019

The waterfall is still flowing. Go as soon as possible. Watch for poison oak.

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Is there still a lot of water at the waterfalls?

Christopher Kincaid | Aug 18, 2019
Trevor Barnhart (Rowdy Wolf) | Aug 18, 2019

Say whut? There should be something still coming out!

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Is there a fee for entrance and parking, if yes how much?

J A | Mar 20, 2022
Drew Johnson | Apr 19, 2022

Free, public, no bathrooms.

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How long is the hike

Erick Amezcua | Aug 17, 2021
Harry Chung | Aug 17, 2021

One way 2 miles from parking lot. Last 0.5 mile is difficult. Total 4 miles and takes around 4 hrs.

Is this a good place to take kids to hike?

Yacenia Hernandez | Aug 17, 2020
Ant | Aug 17, 2020

If the kids are little or don't have a lot of stamina I'd say no. There's two ways you can go. You can follow the trials or if you are feeling adventurous you can go through the creek which is a lot of Rock jumping and rock climbing up. I reccomend you go the creek way and if you don't like it the trail is always to the right or left depending how far you made it. Make sure you follow the creek up so you won't get lost. Also take water and snacks and use the restroom before hand. Overall it is a very fun hike and keep in mind there is basically no water right now but still the view of the fall is nice and there's a cave you can climb up into. I reccomend hiking the offtrail way and to go early. In total in took me and my friends about 4 and half hours including our breaks

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Are we able to hike here yet?

Christopher Kincaid | Aug 17, 2020
miguel perez | Aug 17, 2020

Yes! Been so for two weeks now!

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Is this place currently open?

Stacey Ann | Aug 17, 2020
Veronica Paez | Aug 17, 2020

Yes

Is there water there right now

Christopher Kincaid | Aug 17, 2020
Christopher Kincaid | Aug 17, 2020

Cool thanks

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Is the waterfall still flowing?

Rachel Mcnicol | Aug 17, 2020
Trevor Barnhart (Rowdy Wolf) | Aug 17, 2020

Got to wait until it starts raining again.

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Are there a lot trees for shade on a hot October hike?

Mindy Flicker | Aug 17, 2020
Mindy Flicker | Aug 17, 2020

Okay thanks! We're only going a short distance and stopping at the tumbling 😉

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Is there still water at the waterfalls??

jasmine hernandez | Aug 17, 2020
JV Review | Aug 17, 2020

Was there a few weeks ago, not much water.

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Does anyone know if the trail is open now or is it closed and the waterfall dry

Fatima Hussein | Aug 18, 2019
Beckett Prado | Aug 18, 2019

It is open ... still a nice yet small amount of water

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Does anyone know if the falls are still there right now?

Tonia Velasquez | Aug 18, 2019
Jeremy Squire | Aug 18, 2019

Yes. Was there 4-25-19 and it was flowing.

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How many miles is hiking

Rosa Alfaro | Aug 18, 2019
Lubos Durdovic | Aug 18, 2019

3.5 miles one way, elevation gain 820ft, highest elev. 1,692ft... watch for poison oak

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Does this trail have any deadly animals (such as rattlesnakes, scorpions, spiders, etc. for instance) and plants?

Diego Bustamante | Aug 18, 2018
Eva Ahm | Oct 21, 2021

I've seen big tarantulas on the main trail.

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Can strollers be taken to go see the waterfall?

LESLEY RUANO VASQUEZ | Aug 18, 2018
Elena Omelchenko | Aug 18, 2018

in order to reach the waterfall you need to to advanced bouldering, not many adults can do that, only once in very good physical shape.

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Does anyone know if it's still open? 12/11/17

Demon King | Aug 18, 2018
Harsh Joshi | Aug 18, 2018

I believe it's still open yes

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