Name: The Grotto Falls Trailhead
Address: 14926 Nebo Loop Rd, Payson, UT 84651, Payson
Telephone: +18017983571

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#1 of 3 Hiking areas in Payson

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

1.2 km from the center of Payson

Rating breakdown

5 ★79%
4 ★15%
3 ★5%
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1 ★2%

14926 Nebo Loop Rd, Payson, UT 84651

(801) 798-3571

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Quick facts

What is the rating of The Grotto Falls Trailhead?: The Grotto Falls Trailhead is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 254 reviews.
How does The Grotto Falls Trailhead rank in Payson?: The Grotto Falls Trailhead is #1 of 3 Hiking areas in Payson by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is The Grotto Falls Trailhead located?: 14926 Nebo Loop Rd, Payson, UT 84651 — 1.2 km from the center of Payson.
How can I contact The Grotto Falls Trailhead?: Phone: (801) 798-3571

Reviews (8)

Serina S 2024 Aug 14

A delightful short trail to a little waterfall. Most of the trail is shaded. You'll cross the stream three times before reaching the waterfall. Recent storms have washed out large portions of the trail. Wear grippy shoes that do well in slippery conditions and plan on carrying small children over dangerous areas. This hike may be short but it's beautiful and definitely worthwhile.

Tarai. L 2024 Aug 07

Grotto falls is a beginner friendly waterfall hike. The trail is short and easy. The hike is mostly through shady woods, next to a small stream with lil bridges to help you walk across the water. It’s a dog friendly & kids friendly hike. There’s a large parking lot right before the road curves to head up the mountain(refer to one of the videos below). As for restrooms I’m not sure if there’s any, I didn’t see one there. Take snacks to enjoy at the falls but make sure to clean up after yourselves, Happy Hiking!

Adam Bilodeau 2024 Jul 29

It's a short hike, mostly easy, but two of the bridges, and one tiny washed put part of the trail at the very end can make it quite difficult for those with mobility issues (older individuals/young children). Children can make it, usually holding the hand of an adult - just expect to get your feet wet helping them!
Later in the season there's less water, but it's still quite pretty.

Janet Thaeler 2024 Jun 24

Such a great, quick hike where you can cool off, wade in the water and see a waterfall. You even stand under it.

Park across the street, cross the road and start the hike. Be sure to pack shoes that can get wet otherwise the rocks can be hard on your feet.

There are a few spots that are harder (crossing the stream on logs, eroded edge of trail, etc).

But you get a lot reward - it’s not too hard or long. Great for all ages. I love waterfall hikes.

Melissa Uriarte 2024 Jun 02

This was a fun little hike, and the water felt really nice the day our group went. The little waterfall at the end of the trail was beautiful.

Just a caution...the trail was muddy when we went, so there were some areas that were more narrow and tricky/slippery and could have been unsafe. The path to the waterfall was only accessible via two sections with fallen trees/logs to walk across, one of which was pretty sketchy and the other was a little slippery bit the logs were wider and easier to walk across.

All in all, it was a fun trail, and the waterfall at the end of the path was fun to see/experience! Beautiful scenery.

Parking filled up quickly, but people were in and out fairly quickly. Be cautious, crossing the parking lot to the trail, as there is a consistent flow of traffic on the road.

Kena Lin Gazaway 2024 Mar 19

Trailhead parking is closed until May 16th but you can walk in. We didn't use snowshoes but they could be useful. It was a fun little hike and the waterfall is definitely worth the extra effort. Will be coming back.

Michele Clegg 2023 Sep 10

Really easy, short hike with a great payoff little waterfall at the end. It does have some slippery footings, as well as a plank bridge to cross, but was definitely easy enough to do with kids of any age. Super fun way to get the family outside for a few hours!

Emma Mark 2021 Jul 17

The grotto had always been a favorite of ours! It’s definitely more of a nature walk than a hike, but who says that’s a bad thing? Beautiful falls, beautiful area. Easy for all ages, grandparents and toddlers. My only concern would be that there are logs used as bridges to cross the stream and you’d want to keep a close watch on those young ones. Highly highly recommend this nature walk!