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Crystal Falls state park
Location
In Stevens County, 15 miles east of Colville on State Highway 20.
Acreage
156 acres including the scenic Crystal Falls portion of the Little Pend Oreille River.
Acquired
Acquired September 1, 1987, from Thomas S. and Claire Motheral.
Historical Background
Area homesteaded by Motheral family in 1904. Crystal Falls
named by Corrine Motheral. Land was donated by family for school house in 1907. The building also served as a community center. The log school house was replaced with a frame structure in 1921.
Facilities
Initial development trails, one house-school building used as a residence. Foot bridge over river.
Activities
Hiking, view of falls and river.
Courtesy of Washington State Park and Recreation Commission
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