Near Zim Zim Falls
Zim Zim Falls along ZimZim Creek in northern Napa County
Near Zim Zim Falls
Bottom of Zim Zim Water Fall

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Zim Zim Falls

5.0 (1 Rating)
A pleasant hike to a waterfall.
7.4
mi
Distance
713
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.37mi
Distance
713ft
Elevation Gain
713ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
1,188ft
High Point
702ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Just before mile marker 24 on Knoxvill Road, park across from the green gate. The trail and the falls runs through the Knoxville Wildlife Area.From the gate, follow the wide dirt road which parallels Zim Zim Creek. Be prepared to get wet feet, as there are numerous creek crossings along the way.After a couple of miles of hiking, you'll reach an intersection with a large boulder. Take a right to head uphill and at the next intersection take a left to get a view of the 100+ foot tall Zim Zim Falls. On your return trip, if you want to view the falls from below, you take a right at the Boulder to head up the creek. It's a bit "off-trail" here. From below you can enjoy the falls. Return the way you came, following the road back down to the gate.

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