Hike Through A Hidden Cave, Then Picnic At A Covered Shelter All At This Underrated Washington State Park
Jessica Bohl
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It’s no secret that Washington is packed with natural wonders, but while you’ve likely hiked a few mountains or checked out our prettiest lakes, what about our state’s caves? For an awesome cave-themed day trip in Washington, head to Crawford State Park. What seems like your everyday, unassuming state park, is actually home to one of the longest limestone caverns in Washington State. So head over to Crawford State Park, take a guided tour of the fascinating Gardner Cave in Metaline Falls, and then have a lovely picnic at the covered shelter. It’s the perfect way to spend the day.
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Have you ever visited these Metaline Falls caves, or explored this underrated state park for yourself? Learn more about Crawford State Park, and then start planning your visit.
While you’re in the area, go ahead and make it a weekend! This quaint cottage in the trees boasts incredible views. Or, for another cave in Washington that’s completely unexpected, check out this tree root cave.
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What are the tallest waterfalls in Washington state?
In addition to its many other natural wonders (river gorges and canyons included!) Washington has over 3,000 documented waterfalls, the majority of which are located in the western half of the state. While not all of Washington’s waterfalls are easy to access, many can be reached by hiking or backpacking. Some of the tallest and most popular waterfalls in Washington include:
- Colonial Creek Falls, North Cascades National Park
- Bridal Veil Falls, Stevens Pass
- Mazama Falls, Mount Baker
- Colonial Creek Falls, North Cascades National Park
- Comet Falls, Mount Rainier National Park
- Wallace Falls, Wallace Falls State Park
- Fall Creek Falls, Columbia River Gorge
- Spray Falls, Mount Rainier National Park
- Pearl Falls, Mount Rainier National Park
- Snoqualmie Falls, Snoqualmie
- Twin Falls, Olallie State Park
- Panther Creek Falls, Glifford Pinchot National Forest
- Rocky Brook Falls, Olympic Peninsula
- Palouse Falls, Palouse Falls State Park
- Narada Falls, Mount Rainier National Park