Highlight • Waterfall
Ipsut Falls
Running
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Hiking
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Mount Rainier Wilderness
Tips
Jamie S.
May 22, 2025
Hiking
Ipsut Falls is a tall, narrow waterfall tucked into the forest along the Carbon River Valley in the northwest corner of Mount Rainier National Park. It’s easily accessible via a short side trail from Ipsut Creek Camp, making it a popular detour for hikers staying overnight or for those passing through on the Wonderland Trail.
maniboyflex
July 24, 2025
Running
Ipsut Falls is a quick and worthwhile detour along the Carbon River Valley, just off the Wonderland Trail near Ipsut Creek Camp. The short side trail leads to a tall, narrow waterfall tucked into lush forest. If you are running the Wonderland Trail, this is an ideal spot to pause and refill water before continuing the climb toward Carbon Glacier.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Ipsut Falls
4
hikers
26.4km
09:05
1,370m
1,360m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Hard
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Informations
Elevation 760 m
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Friday 6 November
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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.
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