Full Notification

If you are visiting Cedar Creek Falls in East County, there are new rules for the safe enjoyment of the park.

■ Visitors are required to have a permit. The permit costs $6 and may be reserved at www.recreation.gov. Only 75 permits per day will be issued.
■ Alcohol is not allowed in the area
■ No jumping or diving from the cliffs
■ Swimming is allowed
■ No motorized vehicles on the trail
■ Horses and bicycles are allowed
■ Cars blocking roadways and driveways on the trailhead will be towed at owner’s expense
■ The trail is a challenging 5.5 miles roundtrip with no shade from the sun. The hike back is mostly uphill. It’s not for beginners
■ Leave your dog at home. The trail is not easy on the paws because it is littered with sharp rocks and the surface gets very hot
■ Dress appropriately for the hike and each person will need a gallon of water
■ Cell phone signal is limited in the area

Sheriff’s Deputies and U.S. Forest Service Rangers will strictly enforce the permit requirements and the ban on alcohol and cliff jumping. They will take appropriate law enforcement actions on violations of local, state and federal laws, which can include a citation or arrest and fines.

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