Taylor River #1002,Big Creek Falls #1268
Jun 21, 2008
- Type of Outing
- Day hike
- Read More in our Hiking Guide
- Hike: Big Creek Falls
- Region: Snoqualmie Pass
- Trails: Big Creek Falls (#1268)
- Avg Rating: 3.60
- Read More in our Hiking Guide
- Hike: Otter and Big Creek Falls - Taylor River
- Region: Snoqualmie Pass -- North Bend Area
- Agency: Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest, Snoqualmie Ranger District
- Trails: Taylor River (#1002)
- Avg Rating: 4.06
- Be Aware Of
- Blowdowns
- Mudholes
- Water on trail
- Snow on trail
Many downed trees make this otherwise easy hike a workout for legs and gluts; expect to do lots of climbing and ducking.
Expect at least two significant stream crossings before Big Creek; downed branches and partially submerged rocks will serve as your bridge across the rushing water. Find a big stick to help with balance!
The trail is snowfree until around mile 4.5 - Otter Falls and Lipsy Lake area.
Though marked as a destination at the trailhead, there does not appear to be a trail to direct you to Otter Falls/Lipsey Lake. As you make your way across the snowbank after the second streamcrossing, look for the fire pit. From here, you'll have to scout your own route uphill. Unfortunately, the lack of trail is making an impact on the vegetation and landscape in this area as it gets trampled by the many hikers attempting to find the falls. The FS should consider designating one route to the falls, or better yet put in an official trail.
Despite the difficulties of downed trees, this trail made a wonderful solstice celebration hike. The falls are worth it!
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