Outdoors NearbyLower Switzer Falls
Lower Switzer Falls is a waterfall in California, about 4 miles from La Cañada Flintridge. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 33 feet (10 m) high. Upper Switzer Falls is another fall in the area.
| Location | Near La Cañada Flintridge, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Switzer Falls Trailhead, about 0.8 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Lower Switzer Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 33 ft (10 m) |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Upper Switzer Falls 33 ft · near La Cañada Flintridge · 1 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Royal Falls near La Cañada Flintridge · 1 mi Directions
- Brown Mountain Dam Waterfall near La Cañada Flintridge · 2 mi Directions
- Millard Falls near Altadena · 3 mi · trailhead 1.2 mi Directions
- Leontine Falls 131 ft · near Altadena · 4 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Thalehaha Falls 79 ft · near Altadena · 4 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Suspended Boulder Falls 23 ft · near Altadena · 4 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Roaring Rift Falls 20 ft · near Altadena · 4 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lower Switzer Falls located?
In California, about 4 miles from La Cañada Flintridge, at 34.2565, -118.1528. Navigation apps may stop at the closest road, so have the coordinates handy.
Where is the trailhead for Lower Switzer Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Switzer Falls Trailhead, about 0.8 miles from Lower Switzer Falls in a straight line. Trail signs at the start usually give the walking distance.
How tall is Lower Switzer Falls?
About 33 feet (10 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Lower Switzer Falls?
Upper Switzer Falls (1 mi), Royal Falls (1 mi), Brown Mountain Dam Waterfall (2 mi) and Millard Falls (3 mi).