Cooper Canyon Falls
Los Angeles County, California
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- 26 ft (8 m)
- Location
- Los Angeles County, California
- The walk
- About 3.1 miles out and back
- Ground & access
- Downhill outbound, uphill return, creek crossings and a steep use-trail scramble. Visitor-installed ropes are not verified safety equipment.
From Buckhorn’s day-use lot, follow Burkhart Trail downhill, then the PCT/Silver Moccasin junction toward the waterfall spur. The final descent requires scrambling.
Plan your visit
Burkhart Trail from Buckhorn Campground
Modern Hiker’s waterfall itinerary is 3.1 miles; the much longer full Burkhart Trail is a different route.
Downhill outbound, uphill return, creek crossings and a steep use-trail scramble. Visitor-installed ropes are not verified safety equipment.
Where to start
Modern Hiker identifies the signed Burkhart Trail day-use lot at the end of Buckhorn Campground. Verify current campground and Angeles Crest Highway access before travel.
Timing & water
The guide describes spring through fall use and winter campground closures. This older route description does not establish current opening status.
Before you go
The guide specifies an Adventure Pass for the day-use lot; confirm current Forest Service requirements.
Visitor informationVisit sources
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