Treasure Falls facts for kids
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Treasure Falls from the lower footbridge
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 Location in Colorado
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| Location | San Juan National Forest, Mineral County, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 37°26′35″N 106°52′26″W / 37.44306°N 106.87389°W |
| Type | Single |
| Total height | 105 feet (32 m) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
| Longest drop | 105 feet (32 m) |
| Watercourse | Fall Creek |
Treasure Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado, United States. You can find it in Mineral County, inside the huge San Juan National Forest. It's about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of a town called Pagosa Springs, right off U.S. Route 160.
This amazing waterfall gets its name from an old local story. People say there's a "treasure of gold" hidden somewhere in the mountain where the water crashes down. Imagine finding that!
Visiting Treasure Falls
It's easy to visit Treasure Falls because there's a special path, called a trailhead, right off Highway 160. You can even see parts of the waterfall from the parking lot!
Hiking to the Falls
To get a closer look, you can take a short but somewhat steep hike. This path goes up about 300 feet (91 m) in height. It leads you right to the bottom of the falls. There, you'll find a footbridge where you can stand and get an amazing view.
The Misty Deck Experience
If you want to get even closer, there's another winding trail. This trail takes you to a spot called the "Misty Deck." From here, you can really feel the cool spray of the waterfall on your face. It's a super refreshing experience!
Gallery
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See a rainbow form in the misty spray of the falls!
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The powerful plunge of the water, with a large tree to show how big it is.
