About this spot
Alder Creek Slides is a granite slab in Sequoia National Forest near Springville where the creek carves natural water slides and pools, reached via a fire road that's hot and exposed in summer. Coverage consistently frames it as a natural slide rather than a cliff-jumping spot, so while small jumps may be possible at certain pools, an established jumping culture isn't documented across sources — treat it primarily as a slide/swim spot and watch for snakes on the approach.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.