Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site, State natural site in Tillamook County, Oregon, US
The waterfall at Munson Creek Falls cascades 319 feet through multiple tiers within the Oregon Coast Range, surrounded by old-growth forest and native vegetation.
The Western Rivers Conservancy transferred the land surrounding Munson Creek Falls to Oregon Parks and Recreation Department in 1999 with funding from Paul Allen Foundation.
The creek area serves as a critical salmon habitat, where visitors observe the natural spawning cycle during late fall and winter months.
A wide, accessible trail extends for one-quarter mile through the forest to reach the waterfall viewpoint, suitable for visitors of various physical abilities.
The falls stand as the highest waterfall formation in the Oregon Coast Range, featuring distinct seasonal changes with maple trees and trillium flowers.
Location: Oregon
Website: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=175
GPS coordinates: 45.36460,-123.77200
Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:35
Oregon offers a notable diversity of geological formations and natural landscapes ranging from the Pacific coastline to the volcanic plateaus of the eastern portion of the state. The Cascade Range dominates western Oregon with dense forests, waterfalls, and thermal springs, while the dry east features desert areas, deep canyons, and extinct volcanic cones. The rugged coastline extends for 363 miles (584 km) and displays rock arches, historic lighthouses, and protected coastal sections. The region's geological history includes volcanic activity, lava flows, and rock layers dating back millions of years. The collection includes natural hot springs such as Bagby Hot Springs, waterfalls like Abiqua Falls and Toketee Falls, and volcanic areas including Newberry National Volcanic Monument and Fort Rock. Coastal sites range from Cape Meares Lighthouse to Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, while the interior presents locations such as the Painted Hills, the Alvord Desert, and the Owyhee Canyonlands. Lost Lake provides views of Mount Hood, Waldo Lake is known for its clarity, and Wizard Island rises from Crater Lake. The Steens Mountain Wilderness reaches elevations exceeding 9,000 feet (2,743 m), and Hells Canyon forms one of the deepest gorges in North America. These sites represent the geological processes and natural systems that have shaped Oregon across geological time.
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