About This Waterfall
Laughing Jacob's Falls is one of the last of the more urban waterfalls to be left untouched by nearby development. Though there is a large gated community situated just upstream, the canyon around the falls is still remarkably wild. This also means that the falls are not easy to reach at all. Laughing Jacob's Creek, also known as Jensen Creek, flows over a sloping exposure of what looks like sandstone, dropping about 20 feet in a shady glen, before resuming a meandering course through an extremely brushy, steep walled canyon. The falls were formerly accessed from the Hans Jensen Youth Group area of Lake Sammamish State Park, but the trail which once was said to lead to the falls has long since disappeared.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Gradual Cascade
Total Height
20ft
Number of Drops
1
High Flow
25cfs
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
47.565560, -122.039120
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
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.