Uvas Canyon County Park
Waterfall · California
About this swimming hole
Uvas Canyon County Park packs seven waterfalls into a fern-draped redwood canyon, with the Waterfall Loop trail passing each cascade. In wet years the creek pools beneath the falls invite wading and splashing. Weekend and holiday visits require an advance reservation, and the one-lane access road is famously rough.
Good to know
| Water type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 50s-60s in spring |
| Depth | shallow creek pools at falls bases |
| Best season | March-June |
| Fees | $6 day use; reservation required weekends/holidays |
| Reservations required | Yes |
| Hours | 8am-sunset |
| Parking | small lot; reservation required on weekends |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Nearest town | Morgan Hill |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; seasonal flows — creeks dry by late summer most years; narrow access road |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Uvas Canyon County Park require reservations?
Yes — reservations are required to visit Uvas Canyon County Park. Book ahead, especially on summer weekends.
Is there a fee to visit Uvas Canyon County Park?
Reported fee info: $6 day use; reservation required weekends/holidays. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Uvas Canyon County Park?
The best season is typically March-June.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026