Waterfall

Troublesome Falls

Troublesome Falls
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About This Waterfall

Troublesome Falls is an unassuming (possibly seasonal) tributary waterfall found adjacent to the Index-Galena Road in the heart of Wild Sky country. The falls plunge to impact on a ledge, causing the water to veil out in a broad veil, then after socializing with a pile of logs constricts and flumes down a narrow chute and continues cascading below. The falls were measured to drop a total of 110 feet, but that figure seems somewhat high so a second measurement will likely have to be taken to verify.The unofficial name for this waterfall was chosen both after the mountain it drains from, but also because climbing upstream to the base of the falls from the road isn't exactly a simple undertaking.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Veiling Horsetail

Best Time to Visit

Runoff

Total Height

110ft

Number of Drops

1

Run

50ft

Avg Width

10ft

Pitch

77°

Magnitude

20.52

High Flow

10cfs

IWC Rating:0
Feeder Stream:Skykomish River Unnamed
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Getting There

GPS Coordinates

47.889780, -121.347870

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormVeiling Horsetail
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.

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.