Royal Arch Cascade
WaterfallModerateVerifiedCA
Conditions · Go Score
43/ 100
Caution
Heading out after dark — bring lights and take extra care.
Streamflow
Healthy flow
114%
of normal
LowNormal2×
Nearest gauge: MERCED R A HAPPY ISLES BRIDGE NR YOSEMITE CA · 2.3 km · USGS · 126 cfs now vs ~111 normal
Why this score
Clear skies
Great visibility and dry footing.
After dark
The sun is down — bring lights and take care.
Late-season
Many falls slow down by late summer.
Healthy flow — 114% of normal
Nearest gauge: MERCED R A HAPPY ISLES BRIDGE NR YOSEMITE CA (2.3 km)
Weekend
Expect more visitors — arrive early.
Live conditions · updated just nowGuidance fused from live weather, daylight & season & streamflow. Verify flow on-site.