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Summary: This is one of the most enjoyable hikes around the Los Angeles area. The hike moves through pristine wilderness area along a magnificent section of the Pacific Crest Trail. Fragrant pine and cedar forests loom overhead with the soothing sound of trickling water in Cooper Canyon creek just dazzles the senses. After crossing the creek in Cooper Canyon you will see a large waterfall up to the left which is accessible by using a steep trail down to a large pool at the base. Cooper Canyon Falls just roars in the springtime! Continuing on, soon you will see Mt. Williamson emerging in the background and you will arrive at Little Rock Creek, a great place to have lunch before starting the final ascent up the trail. On the way back up you will encounter Rattlesnake Spring, a lightly cascading waterfall that sounds like a soothing indoor fountain and a much needed respite as you grind your way back up to Eagle's Roost parking area. Trailhead: From the 210 Fwy drive north up the Angeles Crest Hwy for approximately 37.5 miles past Buckhorn Campground to Eagle's Roost. Leave one car at Eagle's Roost parking area then drive the second car back down 5.4 miles past Buckhorn again to Cloudburst Summit parking area. (Lat:34.35163 Lon:-117.9345) Trail Guides for Cooper Canyon Falls: Afoot and Afield in Los Angeles by Jerry Schad (Wilderness Press) Trails of the Angeles: 100 Hikes in the San Gabriels by John W. Robinson (Wilderness Press) Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Angeles National Forest 818-899-1900 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Eric Altizer, who has posted 13 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 4 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by AE on 8/19/2009 tried hiking to the falls late last summer but unfortunately never found the falls. Does anyone know if there's currently water right now...looking to hike it this wknd. THanks! 
Reviewed by persey on 8/11/2009 I wanted to fix an error in my trip report from below a few weeks back. Once you head out on the trail from the parking area at the trailhead in Buckhorn Campground, follow that to the junction with Silver Moccasin/PCT and make a right. There is a sign that says Cooper Canyon Campground to the left and there were a couple of hikers on the way out who said they followed the sign for the campground and never found the falls. You have to turn right on the PCT/Silver Moccasin. Now for the obvious. Sasquatch? Really? Where on the trail did this happen?
Reviewed by Banky on 7/28/2009 Hiked this last week. Very nice. One thing that I will say, I know what I saw. I saw a very large animal that stood upright. I know it was a Sasquatch, and it looked me straight in the eye. I sat on a rock and took out some trail mix that I brought. I held out the bag and shook it, hoping he/she/it would come closer. The "Sasquatch" made a grumble and headed back into the forrest. Later, on the way back, I saw it again. He/she/it waved and then ran in the other direction. I am not crazy.
Reviewed by Gayle on 7/23/2009 Spent a pleasant late July afternoon hiking to Cooper Canyon Falls. Mid-day July heat was oppressive, even going downhill. Missed the turnoff to the falls on our first try. I was terrified going down the steep slope, but the pool at the base was well worth the trip. Very beautiful and absolutely pristine on a mid-day hike. We spent two hours at the base of the falls with no other visitors.
Reviewed by S.S. on 7/16/2009 I hiked this one last month. I visited the falls as an out and back from Buckhorn Campground. About 3 miles round trip. This was my second time on the trail and found it to still be quite enjoyable. The pine forest here is beautiful. For photos and more: http://budurl.com/coopercanyon
Reviewed by Persey on 7/14/2009 Awesome, did it on Thursday 7/9/09. Hardly any people on trail but a few ask me for directions. (People, please be prepared when hiking, get a map at least!) Trail starts at Burkhardt Trailhead at Buckhorn Camground (Eagles Roost still closed)meets up with the Silver Moc and PCT, take a right and go another 10th of a mile, there is a steep dirt path down to the creek & falls. Many people told me they tried to go right on PCT since the sign there says Cooper Canyon Campground is to the left and many followed it but it aint there! Geocaches along the way! Just a slow trickle but nice pool at bottom, cooled me off and I had it all to myself!Took my boots off, put on the watersocks & cooled off.
Reviewed by Big Quiche on 4/13/2009 Perfect weather. Scattered snow. Roaring falls. Trail at Eagle's Nest is CLOSED... Ranger had us go in at Buckhorn Campground. Which was also closed. The gate anyway. Not as long a hike or as challenging as we would have wanted, and to make a loop my friend and I trekked back along the highway... But really good stuff. 
Reviewed by BG on 4/4/2009 !Be sure to check with Ranger before planning to go. Trail marked with permeant sign as "closed due to concern re yellow legged frog numbers needing to recover". We did all the car juggling, and discovered the sign at Eagle's Roost. Ended going into Copper Cyn via a different route that was not posted. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Los Angeles County Hiking, Los Angeles County Trails, Los Angeles County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||