Outdoors NearbyUpper Switzer Falls
Upper Switzer Falls is a waterfall in California, about 4 miles from La Cañada Flintridge. It is mapped as about 33 feet (10 m) high. Lower 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 Upper Switzer Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 33 ft (10 m) |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Swim only where it is allowed; pools below falls can hide currents.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Lower 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
How do I get to Upper Switzer Falls?
In California, about 4 miles from La Cañada Flintridge, at 34.2579, -118.1549. The directions link takes you to the nearest road; the last part may be a trail.
Where does the hike to Upper Switzer Falls start?
The closest trailhead on the map is Switzer Falls Trailhead, about 0.8 miles from Upper Switzer Falls in a straight line. The land manager for Upper Switzer Falls can tell you the exact trail length.
How tall is Upper Switzer Falls?
About 33 feet (10 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Upper Switzer Falls?
Lower Switzer Falls (1 mi), Royal Falls (1 mi), Brown Mountain Dam Waterfall (2 mi) and Millard Falls (3 mi).