Outdoors NearbyBear Creek Falls
Bear Creek Falls is a waterfall in Washington, about 15 miles from Gold Bar. On the map it is about 7 feet (2 m) high. There are 8 other named waterfalls within 20 miles.
The falls consist of several small punchbowls and plunges where the river constricts through a narrow granite gorge, culminating in three drops totaling 25 feet in height that empty into a huge pool, producing an enormous boiling churn of bubbles.Description from OpenStreetMap
| Location | Near Gold Bar, Washington Directions |
|---|---|
| Height | about 7 ft (2 m) |
| Website | wta.org |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.
Best time to visit: Bear Creek Falls
Bear Creek Falls is about 38 miles east of Everett, WA, measured in a straight line.
Near Gold Bar the most rainy days fall from November to January (about 17 per month). August is the driest month with about 4 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42 °F | 32 °F | 17 |
| Feb | 47 °F | 32 °F | 13 |
| Mar | 52 °F | 34 °F | 17 |
| Apr | 59 °F | 38 °F | 15 |
| May | 66 °F | 44 °F | 11 |
| Jun | 69 °F | 48 °F | 9 |
| Jul | 77 °F | 52 °F | 4 |
| Aug | 77 °F | 52 °F | 4 |
| Sep | 71 °F | 48 °F | 8 |
| Oct | 58 °F | 42 °F | 14 |
| Nov | 47 °F | 36 °F | 18 |
| Dec | 41 °F | 32 °F | 17 |
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More waterfalls nearby
- Blanca Lake Falls near Gold Bar · 3 mi Directions
- Deer Falls near Gold Bar · 4 mi · trailhead 0.8 mi Directions
- Pride Basin Falls 299 ft · near Gold Bar · 7 mi · seasonal Directions
- Pride Glacier Falls 407 ft · near Gold Bar · 7 mi Directions
- Weeping Wall Falls near Gold Bar · 9 mi Directions
- Bald Eagle Falls near Gold Bar · 9 mi · trailhead 1.4 mi Directions
- Eagle Falls near Gold Bar · 9 mi Directions
- Mackintosh Falls 266 ft · near Gold Bar · 9 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bear Creek Falls located?
In Washington, about 15 miles from Gold Bar, at 47.8923, -121.3827. Check trail and parking details with the park, forest or town before you set out.
How tall is Bear Creek Falls?
About 7 feet (2 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What is the best season for Bear Creek Falls?
Near Gold Bar the most rainy days fall from November to January (about 17 per month). August is the driest month with about 4 rainy days, when small streams can slow to a trickle.
How far is Bear Creek Falls from Everett, WA?
Bear Creek Falls is about 38 miles east of Everett, WA, measured in a straight line.
What other waterfalls are near Bear Creek Falls?
Blanca Lake Falls (3 mi), Deer Falls (4 mi), Pride Basin Falls (7 mi) and Pride Glacier Falls (7 mi).