Chase a Waterfall at Mossbrae Falls

Lush moss waterfall, tranquil streams, and railroad hikes!

Last updated: May 2024
  •  

    Free

  •  

    More than 500 Miles from you

  •  

    State Gem: Exceptional experiences within your state that are bucket list-worthy
    Learn more

Description

Perfect for

For solo
For two
For groups
Outdoorsy

Unlock the Ultimate Bucket List

For Adventurers and Explorers

  Epic

  •  All Experience Levels Unlocked
  •  Build and Manage your Bucket List
  •  Exclusive EPIC Deals & Discounts
  •  Gift 3 EPIC Guest Memberships

7 Days Free

$2.99/mo, cancel any time.
Billed annually

Basic

  •  World-class Experiences Unlocked
  •  Build and Manage your Bucket List

$0/mo

No credit card needed

  TikTok videos

 
 
 

Itinerary

  1. Arrive early to capture the beauty before the morning sun
  2. Find parking near the Shasta Retreat and Dunsmuir Ave.
  3. Walk towards the bridge spanning the Sacramento River
  4. Follow the railroad tracks and observe the greenery
  5. Listen for the active train and hike accordingly
  6. Approach another bridge and look for the path to the right
  7. Follow the streams to the walls of moss and water
  8. Experience the magic of Mossbrae Falls
  9. Soak in the beauty of nature's wonderland

Location

 

Dunsmuir, CA 96025

Show directions
 

Packing List

  • hiking/comfortable shoes
  • water
  • backpack
  • snacks
  • camera

  4.6 β— Google reviews

Sowmya

3 months ago

     

Michelle Fendler (Shell)

6 months ago

     

Julie Reed

4 months ago

     

Santo Flores Castro

3 months ago

     

Maribel Rodriguez

7 months ago

     
Show all 219 reviews

FAQs

Is there a shortcut from Hedge Creek Falls? 
There is a shortcut from Hedge Creek Falls to Mossbrae Falls. However, this shortcut is through the Sacramento River and can be a harder route to take. This shortcut features jagged rocks, slippery slopes, and ice cold waters.
How long is the hike to Mossbrae Falls? 
The hike is 2.8 miles round-trip.
Should I bring headphones on the hike? 
Since hiking to Mossbrae Falls is an active hike alongside an active train track, we would recommend not using headphones or having any other noise distractions.

Gallery