Cascades Picnic Area
A popular picnic area near the Cascades waterfalls.
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Cascades Picnic Area Details
This is a small but popular spot to park and picnic for people visiting the Cascades waterfalls. These are some of the most interesting waterfalls in the park because they are formed by two streams, Cascade Creek and Tamarack Creek, joining together. Unless otherwise noted, all picnic areas in Yosemite have picnic tables, vault toilets, garbage and recycling receptacles. All picnic areas have grills except Cascades, Yosemite Creek, and Lembert Dome. No picnic areas have potable water.
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Old Coulterville Road (M2)
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