Near Helton Creek Falls Trail
A photo inside the waterfall.
Near Helton Creek Falls Trail
The creek as it flows off the fall.
Near Helton Creek Falls Trail
The waterfall.
Near Helton Creek Falls Trail
Helton Creek Falls
Near Helton Creek Falls Trail
Kids playing at the lower falls.

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Helton Creek Falls Trail

3.3 (3 Ratings)
A short trail to Helton Falls.
0.2
mi
Distance
55
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildlife
Access Issues
Standard USFS regulations.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.16mi
Distance
55ft
Elevation Gain
30ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
2,246ft
High Point
2,185ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is short and sweet. It takes you from the road down to these little-known falls. The upper section of the falls has a perfect pool for swimming.

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