Falls Creek Falls Loop Hike
Details
Start point: Falls Creek Falls Trailhead
- Hike type: Loop with spurs
- Distance: 6.3 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: 1445 feet
- High point: 2,370 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
Hike Description:
Falls Creek Falls, a triple plunge of 335 total feet, is one of the most scenic waterfall destinations in the Pacific Northwest. The falls are picturesque even during the summer and become an impressive, roaring, and misty cascade during the wet season. While a trip on the Falls Creek Falls Trail #152A to view the lower two tiers of the waterfall is short and also very popular (see the Falls Creek Falls Hike), a longer hike to the rim above the falls gives you glimpses of the upper tier and takes you along the much less traveled Falls Creek Trail #152, which you can also use to make a quiet loop back to the parking area.
For more details:
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Falls_Creek_Falls_Loop_Hike
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/falls-creek-trail-loop
CARPOOLING: We will meet at Gateway Transit Center parking garage at 7:45 am for carpooling. Or people may chose to drive by themselves and meet the group at Trailhead at Falls Creek Falls 9:15 am. If carpooling, we recommended $15 to be paid the driver to share the cost of gas/car/toll.
Falls Creek Falls Trailhead:
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Falls_Creek_Falls_Trailhead
What to bring:
- Sturdy water proof hiking boots/shoes
- Clothing layers,
- Hiking poles recommended
- Lunch, snacks, 2 liters of water
- Positive attitude and a sense of adventure goes a long way
• Always a good practice to be equipped with The 10 essentials during hikes. Here is the link.
My hiking style is to stop frequently by creeks, wild-flower meadows, geological marvels and conversation, and not to rush through it. We stay together as a group. I give preference to new members, and those with good attendance record and complete profile. I value those who had a very positive impression on me during my previous hike. Please don't feel entitled to a spot. I reserve the right to remove anyone from the hike if there are not a good fitness or social fit with my hikes. Canceling after 8 pm on the the day before hike will result in a no-show on your record.
Disclaimer: Hike leaders are volunteers to do their best to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone, but assume no liability for any loss, damage, or injury, during the event or getting to or back from an event. Each member is required to read and approve the waiver when agreeing to become a member, and is completely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
Link to liability waiver below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e9K3R6KkepF8BFHmLdcTnPzou42_x2DEu38XqzlGfJ8/edit?usp=sharing