Rope Down to Cooper Canyon Falls

Bubbling streams, majestic trees, and rope climbing to the falls!

Come and take a hike to a secret waterfall here at Cooper Canyon Falls! You will be roped in from the start! This 6.2 mile loop takes you on a serene and peaceful walking trail where you get a chance to bask in the beauty of nature. Listen to the bubbling creeks and streams throughout your entire hike. The soothing sounds of birds humming combined with the beautiful pines and cedar tree forests helps add to the hiking ambiance. You'll also see Mt. Williamson looming in the distance.The "secret" hidden treasure in this hike is accessible right after you cross the Cooper Canyon creek. This is where the rope comes in! Grab ahold of the rope and scale down to see the the reason behind the name; the cascading waterfall known as Cooper Canyon Falls!

Perfect For

Waterfall hike
Moderate hike
Hiking adventure for two
Group hike
Personal hike

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extra layer of clothing
towels
gloves
hiking shoes
backpack
snacks
water
sunscreen

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Artemiy Erokhin

Posted at Jul 23rd 2022

Itinerary

Park at the trailhead parking lot near Burkhart Trail
Begin your beautiful hike through the Pacific Crest Trail
Look at the different species of birds in the trees
Cross the Cooper Canyon creek and look to your left
Grab the rope to make it down to the gorgeous pool and waterfall
Have a quick lunch while enjoying Mount Williamson's background views
Head back home with another item checked off your LA bucket list

Google Reviews

4.7

Burkhart Trail to Cooper Canyon Falls65 reviews

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2 months ago

A BEAUTIFUL Trail . We hiked in the snow and it was amazing .. parking at the campground is even more fun. Be careful of river , don’t cross if you aren’t prepared to get wet and have extra clothes . Especially in winter since water is freezing cold. We walked in 30 degree weather but didn’t have water proof boots to cross river. No matter the hike is amazing.

Maxim P.

6 months ago

Awesome hike! Drive pass the camping area and you’ll get to a hiking parking lot. The trail is 3 miles round trip, plan accordingly. Can be muddy at some places so probably not the best trail to walk out your favorite pair of shoes. The trail goes through a wonderful canyon full of trees and flowers.

Chien-Chang Chen

2 years ago

Last time I came here is just dry and not that impressive. This time it’s simply just “wow~” water is everywhere and water sound is everywhere ~. Besides the most famous huge waterfall cooper canyon fall, there is a smaller but still awesome water I named it Burkhart fall. Hope you guys can find it too as I just added it to the google map

Chien-Chang Chen

2 years ago

No better time than now to come to this time. Full of water and lives. Green plants everywhere. Rivers everywhere and waterfall makes noise everywhere. You will be amazed by sequoia like tree along the way. It’s pity that the toilet is still locked.