Big Spring Creek Falls facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Big Spring Creek Falls |
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| Location | Midway High Lakes Area, Skamania County, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 46°13′55″N 121°37′29″W / 46.23187°N 121.62483°W |
| Type | Tiered Plunges |
| Elevation | 3,598 ft (1,097 m) |
| Total height | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Number of drops | 3 |
| Longest drop | 25 ft (8 m) |
| Total width | ~10 |
| Average width | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Watercourse | Big Spring Creek |
| Average flow rate |
40 cu ft/s (1.1 m3/s) |
Big Spring Creek Falls is a beautiful waterfall in Washington State. It has three main sections, or "tiers," where the water drops. The water comes from high up on Mount Adams. The total height of the falls is about 49 ft (15 m), which is like a four-story building!
The tallest single drop of the waterfall is about 25 ft (8 m). The falls are surrounded by a dark, green forest. You can see lots of moss and ferns growing around the water.
Discover Big Spring Creek Falls
Big Spring Creek Falls is a popular place to visit. It's easy to see from Forest Route 23. Many people stop here on their way to other cool spots. These include the Midway High Lakes Area and Takhlakh Lake. Travelers often come from Trout Lake or the Lewis River.
Who Manages the Falls?
The Gifford Pinchot National Forest takes care of Big Spring Creek Falls. This means they help protect the area. They also make sure visitors can enjoy the falls safely.
