Near Mill Creek Falls Trail
Mill Creek Falls from an observation platform in the early spring.
Near Mill Creek Falls Trail
At the top of Mill Creek Falls, the tallest waterfall in Lassen Volcanic Nationals Park, East Sulphur Creek plunges off a cliff to drop over 70 feet into its creek valley far below.
Near Mill Creek Falls Trail
Mill Creek Falls plunges over 70 feet down in this rugged terrain. At the top of the falls, East Sulphur Creek that is bridged on the left, collects Bumpass Creek (upper center right), and together they drop off the cliff as Mill Creek Falls.
Near Mill Creek Falls Trail
The rugged mountains of Lassen Volcanic National Park are seen through the beautiful fir forest of Crumbaugh Lake Trail.
Near Mill Creek Falls Trail
As you hike along the trail, evidence of the areas volcanic past can be seen along the trail.

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Mill Creek Falls Trail

3.9 (8 Ratings)
The trail descends through red fir forest and fields of balsam-root to a refreshing overlook.
1.7
mi
Distance
318
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.65mi
Distance
318ft
Elevation Gain
534ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
6,724ft
High Point
6,381ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail begins at the Kohm-Ya-Mah-Nee Visitor Center with a short descent to a bridge over West Sulphur Creek, and then through fields of arrow-leaf balsam-roots before entering red-fir forest. After crossing a refreshing creek (which may be dry later in the summer season), the trail makes some short moderately-steep climbs and then descends to the overlook. From the overlook, the trail descends to cross East Sulphur Creek near Mill Creek Falls. The trail continues on the other side of the falls as the Crumbaugh Lake Trail.

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