Rocky Mouth Falls
Utah · 60-foot drop · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest · Last verified 2026-06-26
Today at Rocky Mouth Falls: mostly clear, 69°F.
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Sunrise 6:05 AM · Sunset 8:59 PM · 14h 54m
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Rocky Mouth Falls is a 60-foot two-tier cascade on Rocky Mouth Creek in the foothills of the Wasatch Range, just east of Sandy, Utah. The trail is a short but steep 0.4 miles from a tiny residential trailhead off East Wasatch Blvd. Gains 200 ft. Best after spring runoff or late-summer monsoon rain — thin in dry stretches. Popular with locals as a quick after-work hike.
The trail
0.4 miles each way, rated easy with 200 feet of elevation gain. Small gravel pull-off on East Wasatch Blvd in Sandy, UT — capacity ~10 cars. Free. Residential area so park considerately.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mouth Falls (this page) | — | 60 ft | easy · 0.4 mi | Y | Free |
| Lower Bells Canyon Waterfall | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Bells Canyon Waterfall | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Ghost Falls | 3 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Lisa Falls | 5 mi | 50 ft | easy · 0.3 mi | N | Free |
| Upper Lisa Falls | 5 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Rocky Mouth Falls
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How tall is Rocky Mouth Falls?
Rocky Mouth Falls is 60 feet (18 m) tall. Height is sourced from USFS Uinta-Wasatch-Cache.
Is Rocky Mouth Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Rocky Mouth Falls is inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Rocky Mouth Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Always leash and pack out waste.
Can you swim at Rocky Mouth Falls?
No — swimming is not safe or not allowed at Rocky Mouth Falls. Small splash pools at the base — too shallow for swimming. Rocky Mouth Creek is a tributary running through residential terrain; not a swimming destination.
When is the best time to visit Rocky Mouth Falls?
Peak flow is typically April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Season-wise: spring, summer, fall. Snowmelt and recent rain affect day-to-day volume.
Is there a fee to visit Rocky Mouth Falls?
No entrance fee. Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Rocky Mouth Falls from a major city?
Rocky Mouth Falls is 4 miles from Sandy (about 10 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
40.5431, -111.8036
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-06-26
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