Roadside Attraction Mossy Cave
Bryce Canyon National Park
Overview
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Thu 
74 | 39 |
Fri
72 | 39 |
Sat 
67 | 43 |
Sun 
53 | 38 |
Mon 
56 | 29 |
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Thu
74 | 39 |
Fri
72 | 39 |
Sat
67 | 43 |
Sun
53 | 38 |
Mon
56 | 29 |
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Mossy Cave Falls Skyline
Mossy Cave and the waterfall near the cave makes an excellent roadside attraction on the east side of Bryce Canyon National Park. It is popular. A short hike leads to a photographer's paradise. The ease and length of this outing make it a good family friendly stop to stretch legs while passing near Bryce.
Mossy Cave Falls
Mossy Cave Falls Trailhead
Getting There
On highway 12, Mossy Cave is approximately 4 miles east of the junction of Highway 12 and 63. (Alternatively, it is a little over 3 miles west of the town of Tropic.) It is a large pullout on the right (west) side of the road. The trail head has a trail sign and map near the parking area.
Mossy Cave Falls Stream
Winter ice in the cave
Route
From the trailhead, simply follow the wide, well-defined trail. After a short distance (0.25 miles) and two bridge crossings, you will reach a junction. Left is the way to Mossy Cave in 100 meters or so. Right takes you to a very scenic waterfall, also in a 100 meters or so.
There are many great photographic opportunities in this area. Evening seemed to have the best light.
Photos
Maps
| Trailhead |
12S 402090mE 4169305mN N37° 39' 57" W112° 06' 37" |