Great place for the family, easy trail to watetfall which cen be taken by 3 different routes. 1st parking area is where the 3 mile hike to waterfall starts. 2nd lot is where it's a 2 mile trek and last parking area is the shortest of them all, which is about a mile or less. Bathrooms are in each parking lot, but last one was closed when I was here. Saw a bobcat which was pretty calm. Got real crowded as we left the trail parking where entrance was blocked by rangers. This a very well maintained location, please do your part when visiting and leave no trace. Would consider this an easy to light moderate trail.
Karina Carmona
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April 29, 2026
I visited Monrovia Canyon Park for the first time with a friend and had a great experience. We parked at the first lot ($5) and started our hike from there. We made it to the waterfall, continued to the Nature Center, and then looped back to the parking area about 3.3 miles total, which took us around 2 hours.
The hike has a steady uphill on the way in, but nothing too difficult just be ready for the incline. There isn’t much shade along the trail, but the waterfall at the end is definitely worth it.
We were told by other hikers that it’s even more beautiful after it rains, so I’d love to come back and see it then.
A ranger also mentioned that the trail can extend up to 7 miles if you want a longer hike.
There are restrooms at the entrance parking lot and at the Nature Center, and both were very clean, which is always a plus.
Overall, a great spot for a moderate hike with a rewarding view at the end!
Madgolfer
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June 09, 2026
Moderate Water fall hike kids and pets friendly bear territory, well maintained Trails beautiful water fall at trail end , $5 entry fee well maintained bathrooms picnic benches limited parking park on top parking lot follow the paved Road start hike ftom top will shortens to one mile each way one hour total hiking boot must loose sand gravel mostly shaded enjoy perfect summer get away but waterfall eventually dries up mid summer but its still flowing mid june good please respect environment take your trash with you ✊
Robert M.003
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February 23, 2026
What a great place to hike, picnic, or take in the sights and sounds of nature! The main waterfall is amazing and they have smaller man made dam waterfalls along the way, as well. The main trail is short but the elevation gain can be a challenge. Check out the small nature center where they have live reptiles and amphibians. There is a small fee if you're driving in.
George Hazboun
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February 03, 2026
Made plans for a day date which included starting with a short hike to a waterfall. We parked for $5 (or if you wanted a longer walk, you can park before the ranger entrance and hike more) but we wanted a short hike that would take about 1 hour. It was great to be in nature along trees, rock cliffs, running waters. Parts of the trail were wide and parts were narrow. Twice we had to cross on small rocks through the stream of water. There were small man made dams with small portions of the waterfall (about 3 to 4) then we arrived at the final waterfall. It was invigorating to see it. High cliffs all around in almost 270 degrees and the waterfall about 30 to 40ft long falling into a small pool and eventually going down the rest of the hill side to the lower falls. The day was hot at 9am and the sky was clear and blue (a few white clouds). Then we turned back. The whole hike took about 65 minutes.
If we didn't have plans for the rest of the day we could have brought some food and had lunch at the picnic tables near the parking spots.
There are longer trails if you are interested in longer hikes. There is a nature center with some activities for children ( it was closed when we went),
but could be fun for your kids. There are restrooms near the nature center building.
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Great place for the family, easy trail to watetfall which cen be taken by 3 different routes. 1st parking area is where the 3 mile hike to waterfall starts. 2nd lot is where it's a 2 mile trek and last parking area is the shortest of them all, which is about a mile or less. Bathrooms are in each parking lot, but last one was closed when I was here. Saw a bobcat which was pretty calm. Got real crowded as we left the trail parking where entrance was blocked by rangers. This a very well maintained location, please do your part when visiting and leave no trace. Would consider this an easy to light moderate trail.
I visited Monrovia Canyon Park for the first time with a friend and had a great experience. We parked at the first lot ($5) and started our hike from there. We made it to the waterfall, continued to the Nature Center, and then looped back to the parking area about 3.3 miles total, which took us around 2 hours. The hike has a steady uphill on the way in, but nothing too difficult just be ready for the incline. There isn’t much shade along the trail, but the waterfall at the end is definitely worth it. We were told by other hikers that it’s even more beautiful after it rains, so I’d love to come back and see it then. A ranger also mentioned that the trail can extend up to 7 miles if you want a longer hike. There are restrooms at the entrance parking lot and at the Nature Center, and both were very clean, which is always a plus. Overall, a great spot for a moderate hike with a rewarding view at the end!
Moderate Water fall hike kids and pets friendly bear territory, well maintained Trails beautiful water fall at trail end , $5 entry fee well maintained bathrooms picnic benches limited parking park on top parking lot follow the paved Road start hike ftom top will shortens to one mile each way one hour total hiking boot must loose sand gravel mostly shaded enjoy perfect summer get away but waterfall eventually dries up mid summer but its still flowing mid june good please respect environment take your trash with you ✊
What a great place to hike, picnic, or take in the sights and sounds of nature! The main waterfall is amazing and they have smaller man made dam waterfalls along the way, as well. The main trail is short but the elevation gain can be a challenge. Check out the small nature center where they have live reptiles and amphibians. There is a small fee if you're driving in.
Made plans for a day date which included starting with a short hike to a waterfall. We parked for $5 (or if you wanted a longer walk, you can park before the ranger entrance and hike more) but we wanted a short hike that would take about 1 hour. It was great to be in nature along trees, rock cliffs, running waters. Parts of the trail were wide and parts were narrow. Twice we had to cross on small rocks through the stream of water. There were small man made dams with small portions of the waterfall (about 3 to 4) then we arrived at the final waterfall. It was invigorating to see it. High cliffs all around in almost 270 degrees and the waterfall about 30 to 40ft long falling into a small pool and eventually going down the rest of the hill side to the lower falls. The day was hot at 9am and the sky was clear and blue (a few white clouds). Then we turned back. The whole hike took about 65 minutes. If we didn't have plans for the rest of the day we could have brought some food and had lunch at the picnic tables near the parking spots. There are longer trails if you are interested in longer hikes. There is a nature center with some activities for children ( it was closed when we went), but could be fun for your kids. There are restrooms near the nature center building.