The Washington Hike That Leads To The Most Unforgettable Destination
Summer is the time to explore Washington’s great outdoors, and there’s no better way than to lace up your boots and go for a hike. Here’s a trail that’s a little bit strenuous, but it’s well worth your effort when you see the gorgeous waterfall at the end.
You'll find the Wallace Falls Trail at Wallace Falls State Park. The park is just two miles northeast of Gold Bar, nestled on the west side of the Cascades.
Wallace Falls is made up of three falls: Upper Wallace Falls, Wallace Falls, and Lower Wallace Falls. The middle falls contains three tiers, with the largest plunging 265 feet. The lower falls is made up of five tiers, with the tallest tier cascading down 212 feet.
View the falls from the bridges and viewing platforms along the trail. Many people stop at the bottom of the lower falls to enjoy lunch at the picnic area there, but it's well worth your time to continue on to view the middle falls.
The falls aren't suitable for swimming, but you'll definitely want to have your camera handy to capture their majestic beauty. The trail is dog-friendly, so bring your furry friend along, but make sure to leave him on-leash.
Have you ever hiked the Wallace Falls trail? We’d love to hear about your adventure!
Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
