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As far as I can tell, this is the only readily accessible of the four small named waterfalls along the West Fork Millicoma River, near Coos Bay. Both Pidgeon and Estell Falls, located downstream of here, appear to be on private property, and Stulls Falls, upstream of hear, may not be accessible by any means other than bushwhacking. Henrys Falls can be seen easily, but unfortunately, only though the trees, from 250 feet above the river. This isn't an impressive or noteworthy waterfall anyhow. I don't know why it was singled out for naming, I passed a presumably unnamed cascade en route to this waterfall, which appeared to be at least as large. This one is probably only noteworthy to kayakers who run the West Fork, and only the most die-hard waterfall hunters.
- Henrys Falls is the Official name of this waterfall.
Located near Alleghany, along the West Fork Millicoma River. From downtown Coos Bay, follow Highway 101 south to the signed turn for Eastside and the Coos River. Follow this road for 14 miles to the town of Alleghany. Cross the West Fork Millicoma River, and turn left onto the West Fork Millicoma Road. Follow this road for about 10 miles, to a very sharp bend in the road. The falls are 260 vertical feet below the road at this point. Clear(ish) views of the falls can be found by backtracking about 1/3 a mile down the road.
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