Kautz Creek, Mountain brook in Mount Rainier National Park, United States
Kautz Creek flows from the Kautz Glacier through a steep channel, spanning 13.9 kilometers before joining the Nisqually River at 673 meters elevation.
The massive flood of October 1947 transported 40 million cubic meters of earth and boulders, burying the Nisqually-Longmire Road under 30 feet of debris.
The interpretive trail near the creek presents information about Mount Rainier's geological forces and their impact on the surrounding environment.
The area includes restroom facilities, picnic tables, and serves as an access point to the Wonderland Trail leading to Indian Henrys and Devils Dream camps.
The creek's course frequently changes during floods, flowing through a trench up to 75 feet deep and 200 feet wide.
Location: Pierce County
GPS coordinates: 46.77203,-121.81520
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35
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