Near Harper Creek Trail
#2 of 11 creek crossings on this trail. Definitely the most fun part.
Near Harper Creek Trail
Crossing Harper Creek on Raider Camp / Mountains to Sea Trail.
Near Harper Creek Trail
Harper Creek Falls dropping into one of the many great swimming holes along this trail.
Near Harper Creek Trail
Take a breather at the South Harper Falls Overlook and truly enjoy the falls' majesty.

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Hike Trail

Harper Creek Trail

4.2 (10 Ratings)
A diverse trail that follows Harper Creek past massive waterfalls and multiple creek crossings.
6.1
mi
Distance
1,579
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.08mi
Distance
1,579ft
Elevation Gain
540ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
2,503ft
High Point
1,460ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can be broken down into three parts. First, you have the most popular section of the trail as it leads to the epic Harper Creek Falls. Once past this waterfall, the trail continues along the banks of the creek and is a part of the Mountains to Sea Trail. After a couple miles or so, the trail leaves the MST and crosses Harper Creek. This begins the second section of the trail. This section can be very difficult to follow. The trail gets overgrown and blazes are sparse. The trail crosses the creek multiple times as well. Near the end of this section, it begins to climb up past South Harper Falls before ending at junction with Raider Camp Trail. From here, the last section of the trail leaves the banks of Harper Creek and follows a mellow path to Kawana Road and its end.

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Contributors
Brandon Thrower