Waterfall

Depot Valley Falls

Depot Valley Falls
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About This Waterfall

Finding a pair of waterfalls side by side is usually a pretty special thing. There aren't a lot of instances in the northwest where two completely different streams drop over waterfalls close enough together that they can be seen in tandem, much less in the whole world, which is why finding two waterfalls of the caliber of Depot Valley and Depot Creek Falls in Washington is something to be a little smug about. Naturally any two waterfalls being visible together will draw comparisons between the two - usually its one really good waterfall and one average waterfall. However in this case, its one world class waterfall and one really good waterfall. Depot Creek Falls, the former, is simply put one of the best on earth, but next door, an unnamed stream which I refer to as the Custer Fork of Depot Creek cascades down a 426 foot veiling waterfall itself and were it located anywhere else, it would be a candidate for one of the best in the state (not that it isn't). Both waterfalls can be seen from the same location and both are accessed via the same trail. Depot Valley Falls is pretty much a cut and dried consolation prize, however, as most of the allotted gawking time will be spent on Depot Creek Falls.This is really just a working title. I want to find a suitable name for Depot Creek Falls which conveys its grandeur, and at the same time, play off the side-by-side nature of the two waterfalls, so don't be surprised if you find this waterfall with a different name one day.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Horsetail

Total Height

423ft

Number of Drops

1

Run

250ft

Avg Width

120ft

Pitch

77°

Magnitude

53.35

High Flow

35cfs

IWC Rating:1.78
Feeder Stream:Chilliwack River Custer Fork Depot Creek
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Getting There

GPS Coordinates

48.979930, -121.281220

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormHorsetail
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.

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.