This easy trail is 1.3 miles long (one way) with about a 230 foot elevation change. The majority of this elevation change is found in the last 0.3 mile, which is a small loop that circles around to a couple nice views of the falls.
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| Topographical Map |
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| Graph of Elevation |
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| Trail in Google Earth |
The main trail is shown in yellow above. The green trail shown above starts from the Lake Crescent Lodge, and this trail ends up being the same length as the main trail. This alternative trail follows along Barnes Creek.
The main trail starts at the Storm King Ranger Station. It heads east for a bit before crossing under Hwy 101 through a little tunnel.
After passing through the tunnel, the trail turns and heads back toward Barnes Creek. This is a wide, well maintained trail that transverses through beautiful mossy old growth forest. It is quite flat until it crosses the creeks over a couple bridges and heads up to the two waterfall viewpoints.
The waterfall itself is a picturesque 90 foot tall flow of water framed by brilliant yellow green moss.
Directions
This trail is located about a half hour from Port Angeles, Washington. It is at the north end of Olympic National Park. To get there from US-101, turn off on Lake Crescent Road. When you get to the split in the road, stay right to head toward the ranger station and continue to the parking area. This is also marked as the way to the waterfall. However, as shown on the maps below, it is also possible to start this trail from the lodge and beach area if you decide to go the other way at this fork.
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