Hike to Chasm Falls

This is less a hike and more a rewarding stroll with a knockout finish. From the pullout along Old Fall River Road, you'll drop down a short, steep path — barely a tenth of a mile — through a corridor of subalpine fir and spruce before the thunder of water announces your arrival. Chasm Falls punches through a narrow granite slot, sending spray across the rocks below in a display that feels disproportionately dramatic for how little effort you invested. The trail is paved and wheelchair-accessible at the top viewpoint, though the descent to the base gets rougher and slippery when wet. If you're visiting in winter or early spring before the road opens, you'll earn it with a mile-plus walk from the seasonal gate, adding genuine elevation through snow-dusted forest. This one's perfect for families, mobility-limited visitors, or anyone who wants a legitimate waterfall payoff without committing to a full day on the trail.