Waterfall

Cave Ridge Falls

Cave Ridge Falls
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About This Waterfall

The falls are located at the Alpental area of Snoqualmie Pass. Exit Interstate 90 at the Alpental / Commonwealth Creek area exit (1st exit at the Pass when coming from the west) and turn onto Alpental Road. Drive about 1.25 miles to the large parking area at the Alpental Ski area, where the falls can be easily seen across the road high on the mountainside. The Cave Ridge path leaves the road almost directly across the street (not sure where).This waterfall can be seen from the large parking lot at the Alpental Ski area at Snoqualmie Pass (Snow Lake trailhead). The falls cascade off of Cave Ridge, hence the name. I doubt they flow year round, but like it's sister to the North, Alpental Falls, if it does flow year round, it'll be pretty sad in the summer months. Apparently, the boot path that leads to the top of Cave Ridge passes right next to this waterfall. However, I've been told that the only portion of the falls visible from the bottom is the very last drop (a teeny bit of the top of which can be seen here), though it may be possible to climb around for better views.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Steep Tiered Cascades

Best Time to Visit

Runoff

Total Height

350ft

Number of Drops

3

Run

150ft

Avg Width

15ft

Pitch

72°

Magnitude

25.34

High Flow

10cfs

IWC Rating:0.36
Feeder Stream:Snoqualmie River Unnamed
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Getting There

GPS Coordinates

47.447720, -121.416520

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormSteep Tiered Cascades
Best SeasonRunoff
StatusCataloged

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Tips

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Best photos during golden hour or after rain.

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A hike may be required to reach the falls.

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Parking available nearby.

Safety Info

Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.

Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.

Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.