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    Mcdowell Creek Falls

    4.9 (10 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Tim G.

    This park is a gem outside Lebanon. It is not super developed, but it is generally clean and the facilities are in good repair. The falls, this time of year are gorgeous. There's about 1.8 miles of trail to walk and three separate parking lots to use. There are a multitude of picnic tables for lunching or sitting around to visit. I spend many a Saturday morning out in the park, walking, reading, meditating... and visiting friends. It is a gorgeous park and one of my favorites within 50 miles of home.

    Ginger H.

    This place is a gem for those wanting their nature bucket filled. From the sound of the waterfall, to the view of a healthy forest with mossy felt covered branches and large fern and shamrock ground cover to the feel of mist kissed skin. Also, the exercise feel so good on the body.

    One of many beautiful bridges in McDowell Creek County Park.
    Sparkle H.

    What a Beautiful Outdoor Experience!! McDowell Creek County Park is absolutely breathtaking in the Fall Season! It has beginner, intermediate, and difficult trails with 3 separate parking areas depending on where you want to start or what trail you want to hike. We will definitely be back to enjoy this gorgeous park and it's 3 waterfalls! It's clean and well-maintained. It has bathrooms in the parking lot, multiple picnic areas, sturdy bridges over waterways, and stone and wood stairs in multiple areas including leading up to two of its waterfalls. We saw many other nature lovers of all ages during our hike and several dogs. I would say the trail from the lower parking lot was on the higher moderate level as the stairs to the Royal Terrace Falls were a bit steep and some steps were more elevated than others.

    Royal Terrace Falls at McDowell Creek Falls Trailhead / June 2023
    Sierra A.

    Amazing day use area! Easy/moderate hiking, breathtaking views, and convenient location!

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    11 months ago

    Good hike, nice falls! Nice relaxing hike with spouse! Cool shade made it tolerable on a hot day

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    11 months ago

    Several beautiful waterfalls are here and awesome wooden stairways to get the best views/photos. Love this place!

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    Tamolitch Blue Pools

    Tamolitch Blue Pools

    4.7
    (13 reviews)
    34.0 mi

    This is my second time completing this trail. It is very popular so make sure to get here early if…read moreyou don't want to park far from the trailhead. There are dig out restrooms available at the trailhead as well as a trash bin. The trail is easy though there are some boulders you need to scramble over in the lava fields. You will walk along a beautiful river and cross a couple foot bridges and streams along the way. Once at the blue pool you will truly see that the photos you've seen online are not edited! The water is unbelievable. You can walk down to the water but it is not recommended to jump in unless you are experienced. The water is 30 degrees year around and several injuries have occurred here- so be wise and have fun.

    It rained the whole drive over it seemed! But the trees kept the hike dry. Free parking and porta…read morepotties at the front entrance. The trail is a fairly easy one but you have to watch where you step. The first .75 miles was quite flat but the next .75 miles was fairly rocky. My husband and I both rolled our ankles at different points. Once you get to the actual spot to see the blue pools, there is one sign that says no biking. At that point, veer off towards the water area to see the pool! We missed it and were in the zone of walking and we ended up going too far! Don't go to the bridge that only has one side to hold on to. That means you've gone too far

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    Standing at a ledge overlooking the Blue Pool.
    Standing at a ledge overlooking the Blue Pool.
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