Would not recommend the loop. Go in and go out the same way. We did this loop counter clockwise, starting at P13. It is fairly steep right away with no real views - just difficult hiking with a path that’s well marked but not obvious/intuitive at all. The falls are okay, but not as nice as Fuller Falls further along the parkway.
I highly recommend starting this hike just beside P13, there’s a little path that’s quietly marked beside a bridge portion of highway and directly across from the turn in to Long Beach (the beach stop with an interpretive centre and picnic tables). It’s a 1 minute walk down the parkway from P13. Way less strenuous to go in and out this way....
   Read morePark at P13. You can take the easier route to the falls by following up the side of the road until you see the sign to the falls. OR cross the Manmade bridge in the parking lot and follow this trail.. which will lead you up the mountain and down the other side. This Hike is Strenuous & great Cardio. The Easier more assessible trail is off the road with only a 15 minutes trek into the Falls. There are Ropes to grasp when the areas are steeper. Beautiful mid...
   Read moreBeautiful spot. You can go swimming in the water but...it's really cold. The trail takes about 15-25 minutes each way.
At the beginning of the trail, there is a very steep incline with a rope 'rail' to hold onto. If it's muddy or has been raining, be careful, you...
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