Waterfalls of the North Fork Cascade River Valley facts for kids
The North Fork Cascade River in Washington is home to many amazing waterfalls. These waterfalls are found in the North Cascades mountains. Even though some are taller than famous waterfalls in North America, they are not well-known. This is because they are in very remote, hard-to-reach areas.
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Main Waterfalls to Explore
Boston Creek Falls
Quick facts for kids Boston Creek Falls |
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| Location | Skagit County, Washington, United States at 48°29′35″N 121°04′32″W / 48.49298°N 121.07549°W |
| Type | Tiered |
| Total height | 1,627 feet (496 m) |
Boston Creek Falls is a very tall waterfall. It drops 1,627 feet (496 m) down from Forbidden Peak. Most of the time, it looks more like a long, flowing cascade than a sharp drop. It is about 25 feet (7.6 m) wide on average. The water flows for about 2,800 feet (850 m).
The most impressive part is a 500 feet (150 m) section. You can see this part from the road. Another 60 feet (18 m) section is also visible.
Torment Falls
| Torment Falls | |
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| Location | Skagit County, Washington, United States at 48°29′50″N 121°06′22″W / 48.49719°N 121.10602°W |
| Type | Tiered |
| Total height | 1,627 feet (496 m) |
| Number of drops | 4 |
Torment Falls is similar to Boston Creek Falls. However, it is steeper and often looks more dramatic. The water slides 1,440 feet (440 m) down Mount Torment. It falls in three or four steps, called tiers. The total length of its flow is about 2,600 feet (790 m).
Like Boston Creek Falls, much of Torment Falls is hidden. This is because it flows down a gentle slope. Only parts of it can be seen from the road.
Roush Creek Falls
| Roush Creek Falls | |
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| Location | Skagit County, Washington, United States at 48°30′14″N 121°08′14″W / 48.50389°N 121.13722°W |
| Type | Cascade |
| Total height | 1,600 to 2,400 feet (490 to 730 m) |
Roush Creek Falls is a powerful and very tall waterfall. It cascades down from the Eldorado Glacier. Its height is around 2,000 feet (610 m). This measurement can change by as much as 400 feet (120 m). It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Washington state.
The falls tumble down the valley wall in several streams. Then, they become a more vertical waterfall. Finally, the water pours into the North Fork Cascade River.
Johannesburg Falls
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| Location | Skagit County, Washington, United States at 48°28′36″N 121°05′24″W / 48.47655°N 121.090132°W |
| Type | Cascade |
| Total height | 2,465 to 751 feet (751 to 229 m) |
Johannesburg Falls is located at 48°28′36″N 121°05′29″W / 48.47667°N 121.09139°W. It is a tall cascade but does not carry a lot of water. It drops vertically about 2,465 feet (751 m). The water comes from small glaciers on Johannesburg Mountain.
The most striking part of this waterfall is its last drop. This final section falls straight down for 800 feet (240 m). Overall, Johannesburg Falls is the 19th tallest waterfall in the entire world.
Other Waterfalls You Might Find
Known Waterfalls
- Morning Star Falls, at 48°29′22″N 121°04′13″W / 48.48944°N 121.07028°W, flows down Sahale Mountain. It cascades 1,320 feet (400 m) in several long, sliding sections.
- Gilbert Falls, at 48°29′33″N 121°05′15″W / 48.49250°N 121.08750°W, is a 300 feet (91 m) waterfall. It is formed by a stream called Gilbert Creek. This creek cascades a total of 2,000 feet (610 m) from its start in the Boston Basin.
