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Gorge Creek Falls
Gorge Creek Falls is one of North Cascade National Park's most easily accessed but still spectacular waterfalls.
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Gorge Creek Falls Details
Gorge Creek Falls is one of North Cascade National Parks most easily accessed but still spectacular waterfalls; it's located on State Route 20, near milepost 123. The 242-foot, two-tiered falls are a popular stop on the North Cascades Scenic Highway, and the rushing, plummeting waters are a wonderful reminder of the area's untamed wilderness and natural beauty. The falls are most magnificent in the early spring, when glacial runoff adds volume to the cascade. Despite the overlook's distance from the falls, visitors will often find themselves caught up in the dramatic views and misty environment. Visitors can get a great look at the falls from the bridge on Route 20, and there is a short paved trail from the parking lot to a point overlooking the nearby Gorge Dam. Accessible pit toilets and parking are available.
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Ladder Creek Falls Trail
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Newhalem, Wash.
Newhalem is an unincorporated community along the Skagit River, and is a popular destination for park visitors.
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Skagit General Store
Skagit General Store in historic downtown Newhalem was established in 1922 as supply store for the employees of the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project.
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Skagit Information Center
The Skagit Information Center, in Newhalem is geared toward illustrating the Skagit Project dams and hydroelectric power.
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Gorge Lake
Gorge Lake is the southernmost of three dam-controlled lakes on the Skagit River that were developed by the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project.
