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The best waterfalls in Los Ángeles

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Los Ángeles. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 35 m drop

Salto del Laja

Los Ángeles · Bío Bío · Chile

Salto del Laja – A Perfect Day Trip in Southern Chile

It was such a rare sunny day that staying home just didn't feel right. Since this was a last-minute plan, we decided to visit a waterfall less than 100 km from home.

We found Salto del Laja simply by searching on Google Maps. We didn't do any research beforehand and honestly weren't expecting much—we just didn't want to waste such beautiful weather and wanted to spend some time in nature.

Read the full guide to Salto del Laja

Safety first

Stay safe at every waterfall

Wet rocks, hidden currents and fast-changing weather catch out experienced hikers every year. Read our quick safety guide before you head out.

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