Narada Falls (Paradise Mt. Rainier Hikes)
Narada Falls
(Paradise / Mt. Rainier Hikes)
Height: 176 feet Width: 50 feet Form: Horsetail Source Stream: Paradise River Access: Car Dog's Allowed: No Distance: 0.2 miles Skill Level: Easy
Narada Falls should be a priority stop on your way to see Mount Rainier. This stunning horsetail waterfall is only a 0.1 mile walk downhill to the viewpoint and 0.2 mile total round trip. Just an easy 5-10 minute trek for one incredible view.
Narada Falls is absolutely spectacular with its impressive 176 foot drop cascading over the sheer basalt rock cliff face. In addition to its magnificent height, Narada Falls has a remarkable 50 foot width.
During high water flow seasons, it is common to get a bit wet from the continuous mist coming off the falls. After snapping some pictures, I looked like a drenched cat. but getting a bit soaked is well worth it. Especially when you see the vibrant rainbows.
This tranquil waterfall’s name is definitely well matched, Narada is a Hindu word translating to either 'uncontaminated' or 'pure' in English.
Formerly known as Cushman Falls, Narada did not receive its current name till 1893. Arthur F. Knight decided to rename the falls after the Narada Theosophical Society of Tacoma.
Narada falls is just as impressive during the winter as it is during the summer. During the winter, the waterfall frequently freezes into 176 foot icicles, creating a perfect location for ice climbers. Even if you are not an ice climber yourself, it is always fun to stop and watch when heading up to go sled or snowshoe at Paradise.
Directions:
After going through the Nisqually Entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park, go about 14 miles and look on the right-hand side of the road for a sign for Narada Falls. There is a good sized parking lot that you can use to take a short trail to the main falls view point.
LOCATION: Mount Rainier, Paradise Area
GPS COORDINATES: 46.7750000,-121.7461110
All Photos taken with a Cannon 7D
1. Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Camera Body
2. Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Lens
3. Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens
4. Canon LP-E6N Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.2V, 1865mAh)
5. Spare LP-E6 Long Life Battery Pack (Non Canon)
6. Canon LC-E6 Charger for LP-E6 Battery Pack
7. Canon Eyecup Eg
8. Canon RF-3 Body Cap for Canon EOS Cameras
9. Canon IFC-150U II USB 3.0 Interface Cable for DSLRs
10. Canon Wide Camera Strap for 7D Mark II
11. Canon LP-E6 Battery Cover
12. Canon EOS Software CD-ROM
13. Two (2) 58mm Protective Glass Ultraviolet UV Filters (Multi-Coated)
14. Wireless Infrared Remote Control (Shutter Release)
15. ZoomSpeed 64GB High Speed SDXC Memory Card (Class 10)
16. High Speed USB SD Card Reader (Also Reads MicroSD)
17. 50" Tripod with Pan/Tilt & Bubble Level
18. Deluxe Padded Shock and Water Resistant SLR Case with Internal Dividers
19. Canon 7D Mark II Owner's Manual
Brand New - Includes a One Year Parts and Labor Warranty (Paperwork Provided)
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