Updated July 2026
Lost Creek Falls
Lost Creek Falls is a lesser-known waterfall in Provo Canyon, reached by an easy-to-moderate out-and-back of about 2 miles with roughly 800 feet of gain from a trailhead just off Highway 189, across the canyon from Bridal Veil Falls. It is often overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbor.
Before you go
Waterfalls are hazardous by nature — wet rock, cold water, and unstable edges — and flow varies enormously with season and recent rain. Trail figures here describe the route as documented, not conditions today. Check Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest (USFS) for closures and current conditions, and confirm land status before setting out.
Frequently Asked Questions
No measured height is on record for Lost Creek Falls in the land-manager and survey sources this inventory draws on. We list it without a height rather than estimating one.
The Lost Creek Falls Trail reaches it about 2 miles (out-and-back) with roughly 800 feet of elevation gain, rated moderate. The nearest town is Provo. That describes the route as documented, not conditions on the day — check with Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest (USFS) for closures and current conditions.
Spring to fall (Apr-Oct). Waterfall flow swings enormously with snowmelt and recent rain, so a fall that roars in spring can be a trickle by late summer.
More Utah waterfalls
- Adams Canyon Falls · 40 ft
- Battle Creek Falls
- Bridal Veil Falls · 607 ft
- Cascade Falls
- Donut Falls · 30 ft
- Grotto Falls
- Kanarra Falls
- Lisa Falls · 30 ft
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