Franklin Falls

Franklin Falls is a waterfall on the Snoqualmie River's South Fork. It is the first of three significant waterfalls on the Snoqualmie River's South Fork. The falls are in King County, Washington, near Snoqualmie Pass, between the north and south lanes of Interstate 90, approximately east of exit 47. The falls are actually three tiers tall, totaling roughly 135 feet (41 m). The first drop is a 15-foot (4.6-meter) block-shaped fall. The second drop is a fanning cascade of 25 feet (7.6 m). The last drop begins with a 25-foot slide that bends to the right before plunging over the final 70-foot (21 m) drop viewed from the falls' base. The falls are a popular canyoneering spot. The upper two drops are north of the freeway.

This beautiful waterfall in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is only a short stroll away. The track to the falls has very little elevation increase and is well maintained by trail personnel and hikers. Franklin Falls is also one of the most popular family waterfall hikes in the state due to its short hike and easy trail. The trail follows the Snoqualmie River's south fork. A slick slope goes down to the pool beneath the falls, where the misty atmosphere is ideal for cooling off throughout the heat.