Agnes Vaille Falls, Cascade waterfall in Chalk Creek Canyon, Colorado.
The waterfall drops through multiple levels of rock formations within San Isabel National Forest, creating streams that flow into Chalk Creek at 9,278 feet elevation.
In 2013, the waterfall site experienced a devastating rockslide that resulted in five casualties, leading to temporary closure and subsequent trail modifications by forest authorities.
The waterfall bears the name of Agnes Wolcott Vaille, who dedicated her life to Colorado mountain exploration before her passing during a winter climb of Longs Peak.
The falls require a one-mile round trip hike from County Road 162 with 500 feet elevation gain, starting near Mount Princeton USFS Campground.
Spring snowmelt creates the strongest water flow, while the surrounding chalk cliffs provide habitats for mountain goats and bighorn sheep populations.
Location: Colorado
GPS coordinates: 38.72060,-106.23400
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:01
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