Myrtle Falls - Kootenai Natl Wildlife Refuge, ID

The trail heads south from the Myrtle Creek trailhead and is paved until the bridge. Easy walking as the trail heads into the trees. A large bridge crosses Myrtle Creek and the trail starts to head uphill after the bridge. It's a pleasant hike uphill through the trees.


You'll hear the falls as you approach them after less than half a mile of hiking. There are two viewing platforms about twenty feet apart. The lower platform to the left has somewhat obscured views of the falls dropping dramatically between rock walls. The upper viewing area to the right at the metal bench has better views.The trail officially ends at this viewing area, but there is a use-trail leading uphill behind the bench. This trail is steep, slippery, and narrow, but it does lead above the falls for some views of the creek after about a quarter-mile. It's a tough call as to whether the creek views above are worth the effort, but some might enjoy the extra bit of hiking.

Once you've had your fill of viewing the falls, retrace your steps back down to the trailhead.

2022-06-10 LindaAnn