If you were a Twin Peaks (years ago) fan, I hear Snoqualmie Falls was featured in it's opening credits. The exterior of the Salish Lodge (behind) was also featured on the show. The nearly 270' waterfall (100' higher than Niagara Falls) has over 1.5 people visit annually.
In the 1890's the world's first completely underground hydroelectric power plant was built at the falls. In 1911 a second power plant was added on the Snoqualmie River. They are still operating.
In the Snoqualmie legends the first man and woman were created by the
moon transformer, son of an Indian woman and a star. The moon transformer also created the massive Snoqualmie Falls. It is said that the mists from the falling waters bring prayers up to the creator.
Where are the Piepers now? The Seed Cupboard Nursery near Royal City, WA.
I had never heard of Snoqualmie Falls so I'm glad you enlightened me. Not only taller than Niagara Falls, but it looks like a lot less commercialized. I think parking your RV anywhere close to Niagara would cost you $50!
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