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Merrill Lake Conservation Area - Kalama River Falls — Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025

South Cascades > Mount St. Helens

Looking for a gorgeous waterfall that isn't over populated on a Saturday afternoon? This is the perfect hike for anyone that doesn't do a lot of hiking because the trail was very easy and the incline wasn't terrible at all. The only tricky part is make sure you don't miss the sign pointing off the gravel road into the forest. Some people did that and walked quite a ways before doubling back. Also, to get down to the water's edge it is quite rooty and you'll need to watch your step. 

Bugs weren't bad, but I did get bit by a horse fly.

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