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Cherry Creek Falls, Marckworth Forest — Monday, Apr. 3, 2023

Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - West
Cherry Creek Falls profile - (c) johnwporter

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Quick-and-dirty version

Access: Cherry Valley Road
Round Trip: 7.8 miles
Elevation Range: 260′-760′
Gear: none
Dog-Friendly: yes

Route

  1. From the trailhead off Cherry Valley Road, go past the neighborhood homes to Margaret Creek.
  2. Cross the bridge and take the first right down to Creekside Trail.
  3. Follow the flat trail alongside Cherry Creek and reach the "Old Car" at 2.5 miles.
  4. Cross Hannan Creek in another half a mile and turn right onto a side trail to the open area before the waterfall. 

    [OPTIONAL] Loop back through the upper trails, continuing past the falls and returning south at the first fork. For more mileage, take the inconspicuous, steep Outer Limits to the upper paths and walk along the edge of the state forest to finish.

Highlights

  • Beautiful waterfall
  • Solitude

Lowlights

  • Drizzles then rain
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