FALLS CREEK FALLS, IDAHO
FALLS CREEK FALLS, ST. JOE RIVER ROAD, IDAHO
WATERFALL : FALLS CREEK FALLS, ST. JOE RIVER ROAD, IDAHO
DROP: 25'
WATERFALL TYPE: Tiered horsetail
DISTANCE CAR TO FALLS: 40'
MAPS: I.P.N.F., ST JOE N.F., St. Joe topo
GPS: 47°19’15” N 116°12’51” W
DROP: 25'
WATERFALL TYPE: Tiered horsetail
DISTANCE CAR TO FALLS: 40'
MAPS: I.P.N.F., ST JOE N.F., St. Joe topo
GPS: 47°19’15” N 116°12’51” W
DESCRIPTION:
The hardest part about visiting this falls, is the fact that as you are driving east on the St. Joe River Road, it is on a curve and you will miss it, either way. Do not fit the brakes to pull over. Continue until its safe to turn around. There are some close pull offs near the falls.
This small falls offers a great drop to photograph. Take your tripod and wonder about for your best angle.
Descending as a wide stream from the broad St. Joe River, Falls Creek Falls drops 20 to 30 feet on private property. Enclosed by St. Maries Ranger District in the St. Joe National Forest, Falls Creek Falls is situated at 1,980 feet and is easily accessible.
This small falls offers a great drop to photograph. Take your tripod and wonder about for your best angle.
Descending as a wide stream from the broad St. Joe River, Falls Creek Falls drops 20 to 30 feet on private property. Enclosed by St. Maries Ranger District in the St. Joe National Forest, Falls Creek Falls is situated at 1,980 feet and is easily accessible.
DIRECTIONS:
Exit Scenic Route 3 approximately 0.5 mile northeast of St. Maries; turn east onto St. Joe River Road and proceed 10.5 miles; note Shadowy St. Joe Camp and continue forward 4.5 miles until reaching a parking area near Falls Creek Bridge where the falls can be seen.
COOL THINGS CLOSE BY:
The Rochat Divide, Crystal Lake, the Shadowy St. Joe River, Ward & Eagle Peaks, and Avery, Idaho.
HAZARDS:
ALL WATERFALLS ARE A HAZARD, DUE TO THEIR SLIPPERY NATURE. ALWAYS BE EXTRA CAREFUL NEAR ANY WATERFALL.Missing the falls as you are driving by is a concern. PLEASE BE CAREFUL. Continue on to a safe place to turn around
R & P:
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Avery, Idaho
208.568.2181
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