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You’ll Be Blown Away By The 10 Tallest Waterfalls In California

By uniqueamerica on March 4, 2017 California

The waterfalls in California aren’t only breathtaking but some are larger-than-life. Especially in Yosemite Valley, where many cascades plunge thousands of feet in multiple tiers off rocky cliffs. Just looking up at them from only 5 or 6 feet tall is a stunning reminder of how small we really are. But California is a huge state with hundreds of cascades – which ones drop higher than the rest? Check them out below. 10. Chagoopa Falls Height: 1,200 feet Location: Sequoia National Park Chagoopa Falls is one of the tallest falls in the High Sierras. The only way to see this…

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You’ll Be Blown Away By The 10 Largest Waterfalls In Oregon

By uniqueamerica on March 2, 2017 Oregon

The waterfalls in Oregon aren’t only breathtaking but some are larger-than-life. We have falls that drop hundreds of feet in multiple tiers, with a misty beauty that can only truly be appreciated in person. Just looking up at them from only 5 or 6 feet tall is an incredible reminder of how small we really are. But the Pacific Northwest has falls around pretty much every corner. Which ones drop higher than the rest? Check them out below. 10. South Falls Total height: 177 feet Location: Silver Falls State Park Not only can you enjoy misty views of South Silver…

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You’ll Be Blown Away By The 10 Tallest Waterfalls In Washington

By uniqueamerica on February 28, 2017 Washington

The waterfalls in Washington aren’t only breathtaking but some are larger-than-life. We have falls that drop hundreds of feet in multiple tiers, with a misty beauty that can only truly be appreciated in person. Just looking up at them from only 5 or 6 feet tall is an incredible reminder of how small we really are. But the Pacific Northwest has falls around pretty much every corner. Which ones drop higher than the rest? Check them out below. 10. Narada Falls Height: 188 feet Location: Mount Rainier National Park Narada Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Mount…

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Why Burney Falls In California Should Be On Your Bucket List

By uniqueamerica on February 24, 2017 California

Some of California’s most dramatic waterfalls drop in Yosemite, but have you ever seen Burney Falls about an hour east of Redding? This 129-foot beauty is the centerpiece of McArthur-Burney Falls State Park, and a picture perfect day trip, especially in the springtime. Aside from the misty falls, the park’s a hot spot for camping, picnics, fishing and boating. It encompasses almost a thousand acres of surrounding forest, and miles of streamside and lake shoreline along Burney Creek and Lake Britton. About five miles of hiking trails wind throughout the park, including a portion of the iconic Pacific Crest Trail…

This Washington Waterfall Has A Colorful Light Show Every Night

By uniqueamerica on February 17, 2017 Washington

Ladder Creek Falls is an underrated gem of the North Cascades. This waterfall behind the Gorge Powerhouse becomes illuminated at night with colors thanks to a light show put on by Seattle City Light. The light show originally started around the 1930s to showcase the area’s beauty. It gained popularity quick, not only because of the amazing colors but it’s free, easy to reach and just outside of Seattle. They still light up the falls nightly with blue, red, green and white colors, running on a 15-minute schedule from dusk until midnight. Aside from the lights and music, a main…

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Yosemite’s Horsetail Fall Lights Up Each February

By uniqueamerica on January 20, 2017 California

You can’t visit Yosemite without seeing beautiful waterfalls. The national park has thousands – from ones that tumble a few feet to others that drop from almost 2,500 feet high. But one stands out in particular around the last couple weeks of February every year. If the weather conditions are good, and the sun is shining down at just the right angle, Horsetail Fall can illuminate at sunset and look like a giant stream of lava pouring off a cliff. It’s known as “The Natural Firefall”. Every year, hundreds of people come to witness this fiery phenomena, but it can…

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The Trail Of Ten Falls Loop You Need To Experience In Oregon

By uniqueamerica on January 18, 2017 Oregon

Silver Falls State Park lies southeast of Salem with not just one waterfall you can see, but ten. And on top of that, you can take in sweet views of them one after another by following a beautifully maintained trail that loops throughout the forested canyon. The Trail of Ten Falls loop spans for a decent 7.2 miles with about 800 feet in elevation, but you don’t have to go the full route if you don’t want. Many side trails along the way provide easy shortcuts to loop back around to your car. A lot of people like to take…

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These 8 Beautiful Waterfall Hikes In Washington Are 3 Miles Or Less

By uniqueamerica on January 16, 2017 Washington

You don’t need to hike far to see beautiful waterfalls in Washington. We have lovely cascades around every corner and many of them can be reached by a short hike that goes for three miles or less round-trip. Some aren’t even really a hike at all, rather just a short nature walk in the great outdoors. Try taking on some of these easy trails across the state if you (or something you’re with) is new to hiking, or you just don’t feel like going on a long and strenuous venture. 1. Franklin Falls Total length: 2 miles, round-trip Ahh, Franklin…

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