Wallace Falls State Park
Central Cascades
Wallace Falls State Park is experiencing dry conditions with minimal mud as of May 6, 2026. The trail is well-maintained, featuring rocky sections and exposed roots, with steep portions requiring caution for those with mobility concerns (reports from April 26, May 6). Parking can fill quickly, particularly on weekends; early arrival is recommended, though parking was still available later in the day on a Monday (reports from April 26, May 4, April 12). The waterfalls are currently flowing strongly. Bugs are starting to emerge, but are not yet biting (report from April 24). Snow was noted on April 16, but has since melted.
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Clean and well maintained, rocky with exposed roots so be careful if mobility is a concern. One or two muddy-ish spots where the water runs off over the trail, otherwise dry and easily walkable.
Great to hike this very popular route on a Monday. Arrived around 9:30 am and even that late, the lot was mostly empty. Saw a few people along they way but had the Middle Falls and Upper Falls overloo...
One of my favorite hikes!Got to the parking lot and displayed our discover pass. Super well maintained bathrooms at the front of the lot, with soap and mirrors and everything.I would say this is an ea...
The trail was perfect. There are some steep sections, so if you have mobility issues I recommend hiking poles. The parking lot fills up fast. I arrived at 7am and I was not first. By the time I left a...
So Beautiful and mesmerizing. Hiked till middle falls . The view was breathtaking.Tricky for people around 60+.
Trail is dry and in good shape to the upper falls but the bugs are starting to come out. Nothing that bites yet though. Late start so I didn't have time to do the lake loop. The falls were great, the ...
This is such a fantastic hike. We arrived at the parking lot at 10:45 and there was plenty of parking. We took a leisurely pace starting around 11 because we were without dogs so had the gift of time....
Our xPlore & xPose crew hiked Wallace Falls on Sunday with a wonderful group of 20 people — kids, parents, and even our inspiring elders. The waterfalls are flowing strong right now, with the Lower, M...
Hiked up to the lower falls on a beautiful spring Friday.We arrived at the parking lot at 12 noon. The lot was about 60% full, so there was plenty of parking left.The trail still had considerable moi...
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