Virgin Creek Falls

Virgin Creek Falls is a hidden gem adventure that is very short and very rewarding. The trail goes through a tall forest for a few hundred feet until you see Virgin Creek Falls. The trail continues, but most people just stop at the falls and turn around. The trailhead is at the end of a residential area, so please be respectful of private property. The falls are situated in a beautiful narrow gorge. Even if you are hiking in early winter you will be surprised by how much green there is! Hike above the waterfall to see even more. I hiked to the north of the waterfall up the side of the mountain for a good while and got some better views of the amazing forest. Keep in mind that you are near the Alyeska Ski Resort and they do use canons to try and manage avalanches, so if you plan to hike up the creek in winter be careful. Also, in the colder months the area can be extremely slippery. Driving the 1/2 hour it takes to get here from Anchorage is worth it!