Agnes Vaille Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Agnes Vaille Falls |
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Photo of Agnes Vaille Falls from below
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 Location in Colorado
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| Location | Chaffee County, Colorado, United States |
| Coordinates | 38°43′14″N 106°14′04″W / 38.72056°N 106.23444°W |
| Type | Cascade |
| Elevation | 9,278 feet (2,828 m) |
Agnes Vaille Falls is a beautiful waterfall. It is located on the south side of Mount Princeton. This mountain is in San Isabel National Forest in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States. The falls are found near Chalk Creek.
Visiting Agnes Vaille Falls
Agnes Vaille Falls is a popular spot for hikers. The trail to the falls is about half a mile long. You can reach the trailhead from County Road 162. This road is close to Chalk Lake.
Trail Safety
In 2013, a rockslide happened near the falls. This event caused the trail to be closed. The U.S. Forest Service closed the path for safety. They warned about the danger of falling rocks.
Even though the trail was closed, some people still hike there. There are no official signs saying it is closed now. However, it is very important to be careful. The Forest Service has said the trail will be rerouted. This is to avoid rockslide dangers. Always use extreme caution if you visit the falls. You can find more information on the Forest Service website.
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Photo of Agnes Vaille Falls from below
