Hiking: Bridal Veil Falls

Hiking Bridal Veil is super easy if you're only going to the bottom.  This trail is paved all the way from the parking lot to the base of the falls.  So, it's accessible for anyone.  Keep this in mind when you head up there: there are lots of longboarders, bikers, walkers/runners, and hikers.

There are lots of picnic tables along the paved trail up to the falls.  It's a great place for lunch before heading up to the falls.

Make sure you bring your water shoes because at the bottom of the falls, you can play in the water and rocks.

I'm not really sure where the hiking distance is measured.  Just know that you will probably hike somewhere around 1 mile.  If you continue up the paved walkway, past the crowd of people at the bottom of the falls, the beginning of the trail to the top of Bridal Veil will be on your right.  It's directly across from the bridge.  (sorry for no picture)

The trail to the top is pretty easy.  There are a couple of places along the trail where there is a lot of loose rock.  So, if you choose to go to the top, be careful. 

At the top of Bridal Veil

Bridal Veil Hike Details:
 
Distance – less than 1.0 mile roundtrip

Approximate hiking time – 10 minutes to one hour

Difficulty – Easy.

Trail – Paved to the bottom of the falls. Rocky trail to the top.

Bathrooms – none

Permits - none needed

Kids - Yes.  I'd pack anyone under 5 years old.




Pets allowed – Yes, leashed.





How to Get There:

From I-15, take the 800 North off ramp (Exit 272) in Orem,  and head east (toward the mountain) on 800 North. Follow it all the way to the mouth of Provo Canyon. The road splits right at the mouth of the canyon. Make sure you take the left lane into the Canyon.

Stay on this road (US 189) until you see a sign for Bridal Veil Falls.  Take the exit off the Highway. After you turn off the highway, you’ll see a parking lot on your right. If you want to walk on a paved trail to reach the falls, park here. 

If you prefer to park closer to the falls, continue straight on this road, passing the first parking lot on your right. Follow the road for about 0.5 miles and you’ll find another parking area.  The falls will be across the bridge from this parking lot.