Royal Arch Cascade facts for kids
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The Royal Arch Cascade viewed from the Ahwahnee Bridge.
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| Location | Yosemite Valley, Yosemite NP, CA, US |
| Coordinates | 37°44′59″N 119°34′16″W / 37.7496°N 119.5711°W |
| Type | Horsetail |
| Total height | 1,250 ft (380 m) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
| World height ranking | 170 |
The Royal Arch Cascade is a beautiful waterfall found in Yosemite National Park in the United States. It's located on the north side of Yosemite Valley, not far from the famous Ahwahnee Hotel. This waterfall is super tall, dropping about 1,250 feet (381 meters)!
What is the Royal Arch Cascade?
The Royal Arch Cascade is a type of waterfall called a "horsetail" waterfall. This means the water falls in a way that looks like a horse's tail, staying in contact with the rock for most of its drop.
Where Does It Get Its Name?
This waterfall gets its name because it's right next to the amazing Royal Arches. The Royal Arches are huge, curved rock formations on the cliff face. Imagine giant, half-circle steps carved into the mountain! The waterfall flows down right next to these impressive arches.
When Can You See the Water?
Because the Royal Arch Cascade depends on melting snow, it's not always flowing. It's usually at its best in the spring when the snow is melting from the mountains above. By June, the waterfall often dries up completely until the next spring. So, if you want to see it, spring is the best time to visit!
