Explore Potem Falls
0.5 Miles
Photography, Swimming, Hiking
Beginner
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Out-and-Back
Short hike to a tall falls that drops into a perfect swimming hole!
Park in the pull-out on Fenders Ferry Road. There you will find the Potem Falls trailhead. The hike is only 0.5 miles long--you'll likely spend more time enjoying the falls than getting there! Bring your swim gear if you want to jump in the pool. Trail is dog friendly and open March-October.
Photos: rubengarciajrphotography, Dan Hutcheson
Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations.
Reviews
Overall rating:
Incredible
Drive is a trek down a rough gravel road but so worth it. You can hear the water as soon as you step out of the car. Seeing the fall from the top of the trail is captivating but nothing compared to looking up at it from the swimming hole. The water is clear and refreshing. There are a couple of rope swings to the left of the fall. Totally worth the trip.
Awesome
Awesome
this is not in lake tahoe
this is not in lake tahoe
