Switzer Falls Trail

One of the most amazing hike trail in LA! It starts very easily and then from the middle part, u can choose hike to the mountain(which is kinda dangerous and difficult) to see the fall or hike back just enjoy the chill atmosphere! This trail is 70% shaded by the forest 🌳 but I recommend put fly repellent on! Casue the creek very runing slow, mosquitoes are crazy here! Also I recommend come here early Casue parking space are limited! U can park right next to the trail bridge at the very bottom!

This place is one of my favorite hikes cause the waterfall at the end is well worth it and its a great place to take some gr8 pictures. The trail it self is challenging which i like it has alot of incline on the way there and back and when you get to the waterfall there is a way for you to get on top of the waterfall from the right hand side of the trail which leads to more hikes.

Great trail with some awesome views! Plenty of shade in the early parts. Not wheelchair accessible. The trail is not clearly marked, but the path is well-walked and decently visible. Expect to step over rocks, take a few hops over creek beds, and keep your eyes open. We saw a bear right as we parked, so be sure to prepare accordingly and read up on the posted safety guidelines. Happy hiking!

Nice Trail that a lot of shade along with the creek. Also have challenges that some part of trail just located next to the cliff. Easy not easy. But fun.

A fantastic hike, early shady sections with a sunny section toward the falls end, so plan your time of day accordingly. Moderate difficulty if over 50, relatively easy for others - take breaks as you need, bring plenty of water, and watch your footing when crossing the many creek sections and rocky areas. Buddy system helps! Perfect for a romantic walk, time with family, or just chilling - dog friendly!

I absolutely love this trail and it was one of the nice quiet places before Covid during Covid it exploded with people hiking with music that's one of my pet peeves. I go to the forest to get away from the city and then the city follows you onto the trail as of right now the trail to the Falls is closed. And if a Ranger catches you in the area, you will be Subjected to fines of $5000. The trail itself is absolutely beautiful because you have canopies for a large portion of it. Once you start hiking up To reach Switzer Falls or to other trails, then that's where you have the majority of the sun hitting you.

What a great trail that is not that far from LA. The first mile or so is shaded, then there is a short uphill in the sun, and then a hike back up to the falls. They are pretty consistently flowing year round. Great for kids!

I hiked an out-and-back trail to both Switzer Falls and the Bear Canyon picnic area which was about 7.6 miles. If you do a hike just to Switzer Falls and back to the lot, it's less than 4 miles. I went on New Years Day beginning around 8am so there were a few parking spaces available at the time, but please note, if you arrive later, the lot does fill up and you will be waiting with many many other cars to grab a spot. Otherwise, you'll have to park in the upper lot or along the Angeles Crest Bywy. You can buy a day pass at the Shell gas station in La Cañada Flintridge for $5 so you don't have to risk getting ticketed at the trail site. The trail itself is absolutely beautiful and it is mostly shaded, but there is a portion heading down to the falls that is not shaded. On a clear day, you will be able to see DTLA, and there are gorgeous views of the mountains. There is a hiker swing on the way to the falls, the trail is clearly marked so be aware of the forks which lead you to the falls and the other which leads you to the Bear Canyon picnic area. There are several river crossings, but it was mostly dry when I went so the water wasn't too deep. There are also many gorgeous, clear, natural pools both at the Falls and more on the Bear Canyon trail. Would definitely return to hike a new trail.