
About This Waterfall
Steamboat Falls is an attractive 58 foot tall waterfall tucked in a gorge hidden from all semblance of humanity high up in the course of the Lewis River. The falls are actually very close to a major road but that the canyon is hidden from view by a small hill makes it impossible to tell there is a waterfall at this location without aid of a GPS and maps. The falls crash down a narrow chute into a slot gorge then spread out in an attractive veil which pours into a nice pool that could serve well for swimming for those who make the scramble to the falls.This waterfall has no known name and very little documentation. Since I can't find a single geographic feature in proximity to the falls which the falls can be named after, I've opted to call it after the USGS Steamboat Mountain quadrangle that it occurs on (even though Steamboat Mountain is nowhere near the falls). I'm more than open to suggestions for a better name for this one.
Waterfall Details
Waterfall Form
Tiered Plunges
Best Time to Visit
Spring - Summer
Total Height
58ft
Tallest Drop
32ft
Number of Drops
2
Run
75ft
Avg Width
15ft
Pitch
90°
Magnitude
49.46
High Flow
175cfs
Getting There
GPS Coordinates
46.228880, -121.646520
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Tips
Best photos during golden hour or after rain.
Use GPS coordinates for the most accurate directions.
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.