Place

Stafford Falls

30 foot waterfall that drops into clear blue green plunge pool
Stafford Falls

NPS/A. Wotton Photo

Quick Facts
Location:
Ohanapecosh Area

Water Source: Chinook Creek

Waterfall Description: Named for an early park ranger, William Stafford, this waterfall drops about 30 feet into a clear plunge pool.

Viewing Location: To reach the falls, follow the Owyhigh Lakes Trail for 0.4 miles from the Deer Creek Trailhead on State Route 123 to the Eastside Trail, then about 1.4 miles south on the Eastside Trail to a short spur trail leading to a viewpoint.

Mount Rainier National Park

Last updated: October 24, 2023