There are two types of Washingtonians: Those who love winter and those who have been ready for spring since approximately New Year’s Day. If you fall into the second category, start planning your outdoor adventures now, because warmer days are coming. And if you’ve never hiked the Falls Creek Trail Loop, it’s time to explore this underrated area.
The Falls Creek Trail Loop is located near Carson in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Meghan Zieres / alltrails.com It’s about 5 miles in length, and it’s ranked moderate, meaning all but the most inexperienced Washingtonians can enjoy it.
The first mile of the trail takes you through Douglas firs and past peaceful creeks until you reach the suspension bridge.
Dan Bentson / alltrails.com After the suspension bridge, the forest is more mature with plenty of snags and old growth cedars.
Eventually, you’ll come to this.
Chad Hastings / alltrails.com There are several small side trails you can take to get different views of the falls.
Eventually, the trail will take you right up to a front row view of the falls.
Cindy Fernandez / alltrails.com Large boulders scattered around the viewing area provide good seats for a picnic.
To continue on the loop, taking the lower trail to the well marked junction, and head uphill. After exploring the top of the falls, return via the upper trail.
Suzi Frase / alltrails.com Continue on Trail 152, enjoying a gradual descent through the woods until you reach the parking lot.
This underrated trail can be enjoyed anytime, but we recommend waiting until April.
Keri Sprenger / alltrails.com The 3062 road is closed from December 1 to April 1, making the total hike 8.6 miles from the gate.
This is such a beautiful, easily accessible waterfall hike. Here are a few more in Washington to check out.
Meghan Zieres / alltrails.com
It’s about 5 miles in length, and it’s ranked moderate, meaning all but the most inexperienced Washingtonians can enjoy it.
Dan Bentson / alltrails.com
After the suspension bridge, the forest is more mature with plenty of snags and old growth cedars.
Chad Hastings / alltrails.com
There are several small side trails you can take to get different views of the falls.
Cindy Fernandez / alltrails.com
Large boulders scattered around the viewing area provide good seats for a picnic.
Suzi Frase / alltrails.com
Continue on Trail 152, enjoying a gradual descent through the woods until you reach the parking lot.
Keri Sprenger / alltrails.com
The 3062 road is closed from December 1 to April 1, making the total hike 8.6 miles from the gate.
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