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Ellysa Evans

I have avoided this hike for quite some time, due to its popularity during the "other three months of the year". Thanks to El Niño, I've gotten out to do many of the hikes I would normally avoid this winter. Past the Exshaw plant, the trail up the canyon/creek bed turns into solid glacial-colored ice. It's beautiful on its own and around every corner, you will find something else captivating enough to draw you all the way to the falls. Just make sure you have quality footwear for the ice, or a good sense of humor. In February, I left the parking lot about 3:30 pm, had the place to myself, and by the time we got back to the car around 7:30, the stars from the parking lot were absolutely spectacular. Check out your dark sky report before you go, and travel with a headlamp or quality flashlight. It's worth it.