Bridal Veil Falls - 4/20/14

[kmcdade]

Yes, this is the short, 2/3 mile round-trip from the parking lot to the falls. Don't knock it 'til you try it. If you have kids and/or a partner who don't really want to hike much, this is an easy one with great views. And there's a bathroom with flush toilets, running water, soap, and blow dryers. I KNOW.

The falls are down below the old highway. You have probably driven right over them, but you can't see them from the road unless you get out and stop, maybe (not recommended). The trail goes down from the bathroom building to the bottom of the falls. The first part is paved, then there is an unpaved section which is also a runoff creek from somewhere (don't worry; it's not a problem), and then a set of cement stairs and a wooden bridge and a little more unpaved trail to get to the viewpoint at the base of the falls.

As mentioned, there were not so many people there, either. I stopped and took pictures a lot.


Leaves of three?


Our friend the slug.


Flowers will probably be even better by next weekend.


My hiking partners.




Going back up is a little steep, but not difficult, and there are benches provided for those who need to rest.

If you haven't done this, stop sometime and check it off your list.

More pics on Flickr if you're interested: https://www.flickr.com/photos/kathleenm ... 140005831/

[Rustygoat]

Ahhh....leaves of three! I love the waterfall, hate the poison oak. Thank you for sharing

[miah66]

I lived here for years and had never done it either until just a few weeks ago. I naively just drove by it on the way to other points further East. The viewpoints overlooking the Columbia from the overlook trail are really worthwhile as well, particularly near sunset. I was able to hit the waterfall, the viewpoints, Sheppards Dell falls, and the Crown Point lookout all during about 45 minutes around sunset one evening after a hike to Angel's Rest.

[Sean Thomas]

Great Tr with the crew! That was always one of my dads favorites. Thanks for posting