Over the past several decades I have seen these falls from the highway while driving past, usually in a hurry. Yesterday a friend and I took the time to climb through the park to a spot near the base of the falls.
Part of the climb was steep and slippery with loose gravel, and water seeping through the forest floor and over the path. Children, dogs, parents, grandparents; some came prepared with hiking shoes and others (like us) had no clue!
We were all awed by the sight, sounds and smells of the waterfall and forest and it felt like we were all together for one purpose. Strangers greeting each other, telling their stories, encouraging each other and lending a hand or arm when the path became almost impossible to climb up or down.
Following the hike we soaked in the hot springs, walked around the town, and enjoyed a delicious dinner and several hours dancing to live music. It was one of those unexpectedly perfect days!
Reflections 
Those are such beautiful falls. I took the time to hike up there and see them a few years back. Well worth the adventure!
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It was spectacular! Both my friend had driven past it so many times since our youth, but the was the first time either of us took the time to see it up close. Definitely worth the trip!
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