Moulton Falls Regional Park on a random afternoon, and it completely took my breath away. The…read moretrails wind through this lush, green wonderland, with pockets of shade that feel like little natural hideaways and open spaces that invite you to just sit and breathe. I watched families and hikers passing by, some daring to dip into the water. I can only imagine how cold it must be, but it looked exhilarating! Every turn offered something new, towering trees, sparkling streams, and even little corners where wildflowers peeked out. We ended up spending hours wandering, stopping whenever we felt like it, and just enjoying the simple beauty of it all. It's definitely a stop that makes you slow down, notice the little things, and feel refreshed by being outside. I can see myself coming back again and again.

Moulton Falls Regional Park is a spectacular site that shouldn't be missed! Situated in north Clark…read moreCounty, in between Battle Ground and Yacolt, Moulton Falls is a natural scenic area offering water falls, forested trails, picnic sites, a train depot and tunnel, and a gorgeous bridge offering stunning views. Do me a favor and visit Moulton Falls seasonally because the natural beauty is ever-changing. Winter visits reveal churning water that roars furiously as it cascades over giant bolders and rock formations. Summer visits offer deep, mountain fresh pools of blue-green water that attract locals and tourists alike for a refreshing swim or float. There's something for everyone in this special park. Be sure to walk up to the bridge that spans the narrow canyon as it offers a stunning view of the river below. If you continue beyond the bridge you'll find a well-maintained trail that follows the river westward for miles and miles. The lush forest is filled with plants in every shade of green; towering Douglas Fir, Sword and Brachen Fern, Salal, Huckleberry and so much more. For a special treat, visit in early spring when the Trillium are blooming. Arriving from the west, visitors will first encounter the main falls with a small parking lot. Don't worry if it's full, there are two more lots further up the road as it turns sharply toward the north in the direction of Yacolt. Don't miss Yacolt Falls - a smaller waterfall on Big Tree Creek, which empties into the Lewis River just east of the main falls. You can access it from the gravel parking lot on the side of the road.

Just went to visit this hike, I've done it before and the expierence was amazing. Went last week…read moreand the bridge was close so it cut out hike short but the view was beautiful and worth it

A very unique and beautiful area to visit!…read more The trailhead has a nice parking area, with bathrooms. The trail to the winding, aqua blue stream is wide and well maintained. You can view the main attraction from trails on both sides, as well as looking down from the bridge. We took the trails on both sides of the water. The trail across the bridge is much easier to traverse, and winds down to the (closed down) suspension bridge. The opposite side leads down beyond the suspension to the waters edge, but even to get down to that point isn't for the faint of heart. It includes a narrow, steep downhill trek...including a section over running water (with a wire handrail for support). Once you arrive at the water at the bottom you can view the suspension bridge above, and if you dare, the waterfall below. We did attempt to continue on a little ways down the trail from there, but as reviews describe, the next section is even steeper with a very loose and dangerous footing. I got vertigo trying to look over the edge at the falls right before that section, so continuing on was a huge no. I'm sure that many people without height woes have no issues moving on, but if you're like me, the trail ends there. This area is stunning. The waters and canyon are a site that pictures simply cannot do justice. Highly recommend!!

This review is for Lower Falls Creek Trail which was a ~3.2 miles round trip that took ~1.5 hours…read moreto complete. Just 50 mins away from Multnomah Falls; we decided to cross the Bridge Of The Gods into Washington! There was a $3 toll fee at the bridge (class 1 vehicle). Trail was narrow for the most part where you will need to stop to let others pass. Overall, not too difficult with a stunning waterfall at the end! Required to drive on dirt road to reach the trailhead. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/O3n5GA00KA4

Great out and back at approximately 3 miles RT. The falls are so spectacular, a much longer trek…read morewould be perfectly acceptable! The trail itself is pretty narrow at times, we had to pull off often to let others through from the opposite direction. The environment is lovely, beautiful trees and the wonderful sounds of rushing water. When you approach the falls it's pretty jaw-dropping. From a distance, peeking through the trees the anticipation of what's coming is energizing. Once you arrive there are large boulders and layers to climb around to get different views (warning, some spots slippery). Although you can't possibly see the top areas of the falls fully, what you get to see is simply gorgeous. A beautiful pool and forest surroundings, along with a waterfall of spectacular height with a plethora of refreshing spray...what more could you want?! I've taken in quite a few falls in the area and so far this one takes the cake. Definitely worth a trek to see in person, as pictures do not do it justice. Would LOVE to see this hike and falls snow-covered too!

Siouxon Creek Trail is absolutely beautiful. The parking area fills up quickly, so get there…read morefairly early, or later in afternoon to ensure a parking spot. There are not any restroom facilities so be prepared for that. The trail is well-maintained and you start out at parking area and hike down past several campsites. It can be crowded here on weekends with lots of campers and hikers. TJe hike is mostly easy, but is over 8 miles. The last haunt up to the arming area can be brutal since it's all uphill. It is so worth it though!

Siouxon Creek is a popular trail for trail biking and walking. It is a beautiful second growth…read moreforest watershed with a lot of hemlock. They are the ones with short flat needles and a drooping top sprite. Amboy has the St Helens monument offices and an abandoned mill. You can see the results as you head up towards Siouxon, this is a small logging town. Sometimes the forest service road signs, especially the 5701, go missing. But if you are on track, you will climb up to the ridge and look down on the Siouxon watershed. Drop over and there is a large parking lot. On foot the trail is easy. It's also easy on a bike. There are some rocky and rooty sections. Then there is a broad soft hemlock-needled trail with beautiful creek views. The right time of day, the sun illuminates the creek. This spot can hook you on NW trail biking. The watershed had a forest fire about 100 years ago. And even with the valley being primarily hemlock, a much lesser wood than fir or cedar, there was a plan to log it down. But they didn't, and left this small valley for you, me and everyone we know.

What a wonderful under the radar waterfall this is...Beaver Falls!…read more Located 6 miles east of Clatskanie, Oregon, this area near the Columbia River is beautiful. Let's get straight to the heart of what Beaver Falls is all about... If you plug "Beaver Falls Trailhead" into Google Maps, you'll have no problem finding it. Then just park along the side of Highway 30 and hike 1/3rd of a mile through the forest to the base of the falls. It's that easy. When I visited on a Thursday in early afternoon of July, there was hardly anyone around which was good for taking quality photos. Best of all, you can swim in the waters. So definitely bring a bathing suit, towel and a pair of water shoes so the rocks won't hurt your feet while entering the pool beneath Beaver Falls. The water is cold but once you jump in and get comfortable, it's a terrific setting. There's also a long rope where you can swing across and splash down below. It's great for kids (and adults too, lol) to have playful times. For me, I was content soaking in the pool and appreciating the surroundings. More info... - It's free to visit. - Cell phone reception works fine. - You can walk underneath the falls! This is a Must-Do. You can capture some amazing moments standing beside Beaver Falls. It's not hard or dangerous and offers a unique perspective. - Beaver Falls is just one of many outstanding waterfalls situated around Oregon and especially near the Columbia River. There's also Lower Lewis River Falls, Panther Creek Falls and Spirit Falls, to name a few. - You can spend a few hours hanging out or as little as 30 - 40 minutes. It depends on your time horizon. But overall, it's really pleasant to be here that I'd suggest bringing snacks, lunch and maybe having a picnic. This Beaver Falls is absolutely so much fun to hang out at. When you can swim in the waters, swing from a rope and even walk underneath the falls, It makes for a worthwhile summer visit.

Though I prefer easy hikes (especially after. 5-hour drive), Elowah Falls was totally worth it…read more Four stars because parking is scarce. We got there late in the day, so we found a spot, but most people would need to park along the road. The trail itself has a moderately steep climbs, but I ran into one hiker who was leery of the narrow trails. This is not a trail I would recommend tackling in flip flops. The trail narrows to a rocky, sometimes muddy single track. All-in-all, though, the falls themselves in its secluded amphitheater make the effort worth it.

Nice short trail that has a lot of up and downs. Even though the overall elevation change was ~500…read moreft, there is a very steep drop towards the end near the waterfall. The waterfall itself is quite tall and shaded even in the early afternoon. Parking wasn't too much of an issue since this waterfall isn't overcrowded like multnomah falls. If you're looking for a short hike, ~1.5 miles round trip, to see a different waterfall I'd check this out.

Hidden gem! Short and steep hike to beautiful falls. Bench at top of falls to sit and enjoy the…read morescenery and falls. All ends of paved walking paths lead to neighborhood. There were some dirt path trails, but some were a little too gnarly for all in our group, so we didn't explore those too much. No parking or bathrooms. They do have a trash can and dog waste bags available at trail head.

Nice hidden neighborhood walk to the falls. A short walk and you will hear the water. You crossed…read morea nice wooden bridge to the falls. There is a wooden bench to sit and relax. The walk is short and nice. Coming back is a little steep. Lots of good greenery and very well maintained.

This is a very well maintained state park that had incredible views yesterday. The peacefulness of…read morethe rock can be felt as soon as you start walking it. It's very well maintained all the way to the top and there are even handrails. I highly recommend this hike for some peaceful time alone or with others to accompany you. Parking is about $10 by the way. Let the rock refresh your soul and revitalize your spirit as it did mine. There were many moments where I paused and stopped just to take in the the beauty that was presented to me on the trail. The views of the water below are gorgeous you can see from miles and miles from the top.

Amazing hikes & views at the park. Beacon Rock Trail, that goes up to the top of the rock, is well…read moremaintained and had gorgeous views the whole way up. Even the drive through the Gorge to get to the park is amazing. I would absolutely recommend visiting! Only issue I ran into was that the parking payment meter in the parking lot was broken and I had to buy a pass online and write the info on a scrap piece of paper like the taped-on signage on the meter said. Many over grown blackberry bushes, but they were not a problem.

Located just off the Columbia River Gorge lies this beautiful, unique waterfall that flows…read morebeautifully down the rocky moss. Getting here on the side road can be a little risky, so please drive safe, drive slow, and share the road. Parking is right after the crossing signal in an open dirt lot across from the falls. There's two paths, the upper view point which will no give you the view you see in Al the pictures, but it's easy for a quick teaser. Stay to the left and up to go down to the falls and there you'll see this beautiful fall. The path can get muddy from the cliffs and water running on the sides. The multiple fall streams on the moss is what makes this fall so eye pleasing. The rocks are slippery so mind to the paths and enjoy beautiful fall!

Well what can I say besides this is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever been on. The hike…read moreto get to the waterfall is short enough and once you get there, you could literally watch the water fall for hours. It looks like something out of a movie, a fantasy movie with fairies and goddesses. The path to get there can be a little bit narrow, so I recommend wearing shoes with good grip and don't take too much with you, it's best to pack light for this one. You could truly sit there for hours with nothing but the water entertaining you. It's so pure and cleansing and definitely something you will think about the rest of your day, if not week. I highly recommend this beautiful aspect of nature.

It's a great little trail to have a talk and take a walk. Not a lot of physical challenge. There…read moreare some spots that have a incline nothing that should be too difficult. You many options once inside. The trail keeps splitting and twisting. There good news is they all seem to end up in the relative same position at the top of the hill. The cemetery I would imagine used to have some good views. All the houses and development have made that less than available. Don't look for places to just chill or have a picnic at the top. Pretty sure the home owners have made all that go away. Still a good walk to think and or have a good conversation Enjoy

This trail is basically a hill climb and descent with two endpoints. I felt like Will Teasle…read morelooking for John Rambo in the woods on this hike, having to pause every so often to catch my breath. Coming from Orlando where an 8 mile hike will have 16 feet of elevation gain, this was a new challenge for sure. I'd do it again for exercise, but it wasn't very scenic or interesting.