Upper Stevens Creek Falls
Upper Stevens Creek Falls is a waterfall in the Mount Rainier National Park in Pierce County, Washington. Although virtually ignored, it is said to be one of the greatest waterfalls in the state.
| Upper Stevens Creek Falls | |
|---|---|
| Location | Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 46°47′50″N 121°42′27″W |
| Type | Horsetail |
| Total height | 375 feet (114 m) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
| Total width | 60 feet (18 m) |
| Run | 100 feet (30 m) |
| Watercourse | Stevens Creek |
The falls are fed by Stevens Creek, which is a tributary of the Cowlitz River. The falls drop about 375 feet (114 m) into a narrow, barren canyon in a horsetail form about 60 feet (18 m) wide. Significant off-trail travel, which is prohibited, is required to view this waterfall properly.[1][2]
See also
References
- "Upper Stevens Creek Falls". Waterfalls of the Pacific Northwest. Retrieved 2009-03-14.
- "Upper Stevens Creek Falls, Washington, United States - World Waterfall Database". www.worldwaterfalldatabase.com. Retrieved 2020-01-03.
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