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The entrance to Rainbow Falls.
Because it is so accessible, Rainbow Falls is always a busy spot.
Restrooms at the parking area.
Rainbow Falls.
Rainbow Falls.
Rainbow Falls.
Spectators line up at the overlook for Rainbow Falls.
Rainbow Falls drops 80 feet into a gigantic pool.
The stairs to the top of the falls.
It is possible to walk around and explore above the falls, but be very careful.
The falls are named for the prominent rainbows formed by the sun beaming through the waterfall mist.
Swimming holes upstream from Rainbow Falls.
Swimming holes upstream from Rainbow Falls.
Swimming holes upstream from Rainbow Falls.