Outdoors NearbyMoss Grotto Falls
Moss Grotto Falls is a waterfall in California, about 1 mile from Altadena. It is mapped as about 23 feet (7 m) high. Nearby you can also see Ribbon Rocks Falls.
| Location | Near Altadena, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Altadena Crest Trail Trailhead, about 0.7 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Moss Grotto Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 23 ft (7 m) |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Rocks near falls are slippery, so stay on the trail and behind railings.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Ribbon Rocks Falls 30 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.6 mi Directions
- Grand Chasm Falls 59 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Suspended Boulder Falls 23 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Roaring Rift Falls 20 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Thalehaha Falls 79 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.7 mi Directions
- Leontine Falls 131 ft · near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Eaton Canyon Waterfall near Altadena · 1 mi · trailhead 1 mi Directions
- Millard Falls near Altadena · 2 mi · trailhead 1.2 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Moss Grotto Falls located?
In California, about 1 miles from Altadena, at 34.2075, -118.1164. The route ends as close as roads get; in California that can still mean a hike.
Where is the trailhead for Moss Grotto Falls?
The closest trailhead on the map is Altadena Crest Trail Trailhead, about 0.7 miles from Moss Grotto Falls in a straight line. On foot it is farther, since trails rarely run straight.
How tall is Moss Grotto Falls?
About 23 feet (7 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Moss Grotto Falls?
Ribbon Rocks Falls (1 mi), Grand Chasm Falls (1 mi), Suspended Boulder Falls (1 mi) and Roaring Rift Falls (1 mi).