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Wallace Falls [21 hike reports]
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Wallace Falls - Wallace Falls trailhead in Gold Bar
Wallace Falls give a spectacular display from several viewpoints along the trail. The trail is most commonly traveled as an out and back but you can form a loop by continuing past the falls and returning via an old logging railroad bed. The 256 foot tall falls are a great sight and this hike is a must for anyone who lives in Western Washington! The trail begins in the open, underneath some power lines before entering the forest and forking. The right fork is wooded and more scenic. The trail is well built and follows the river most of the time. The first viewpoint is at an old shelter and is a great place for a picnic or a turnaround point for families. The middle viewpoint is located another 0.5 miles down the trail while the third viewpoint is situated yet another 0.5 miles down the trail.

Type Length Difficulty Rating Gain Latitude Longitude
Waterfall 6.6 mi 2 / 5 9 / 10 1500 ft 47° 52' 19.7'' N 121° 41' 10.39'' W

People
Hikers, Dogs

Accessibility
Year round

Cost
Day use fee to park, annual State Parks Pass accepted

Maps
Green Trails: #142 Index
USGS: Gold Bar, Wallace Lake
Elevation Stats
Elevation profile for Wallace Falls
Trailhead:300'
Low Point:300'
High Point:1400'
Destination:1400'
Gain:1500'
 
Hike Featured In...
Day Hiking Central Cascades
By Craig Romano
  
Trailhead Location
GPS Coordinates:
47° 52' 19.7'' N
121° 41' 10.39'' W
Contact Information:
Washington State Parks and Recreation
Wallace Falls State Park
PO Box 230
Gold Bar, Wa 98251
Tel: 360.793.0420
http://parks.wa.gov/parks/?selectedpark=Wallace%20Falls
Driving Directions:
From Everett, drive east on US 2 to Gold Bar. Turn left on 1st St and follow the signs to the park.


Pictures
The power lines you pass under near the trailhead
The power lines you pass under near the trailhead

The power lines you pass under near the trailhead The scenic colors of the forest with Wallace River in the background Lower Wallace Falls A bridge over the river yeilds an excellent viewpoint of the falls The base of the Upper Falls
Middle Wallace Falls A view of the valley below The top of the falls Mushrooms found along the trail Upper Wallace Falls

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Wallace Falls - by arushoFriday, July 23, 2010
Wallace lake this time. Beautiful day on my Bday, July 23.   
Miles Hiked:8
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Sunny
Crowds:None
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Wallace Falls - by mczumba4lifeTuesday, July 20, 2010
Beautiful hike ~ took the river trail and hiked to the top. Nice picnic area about halfway up.   
Miles Hiked:6
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Partly Sunny
Crowds:Light
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Wallace Falls - by arushoSaturday, July 17, 2010
8am hit the trail. Went straight for the lake, not a soul in site (on the Greg Ball trail). It was foggy and I did not look close enough at the map to see which way to go on logging road near the top. So I did not go to the lake. Went back to the falls instead. Many 'hikers'. And lots of 'hikers' wearing golf outfits and church clothing with no equipment, not even water. What are you thinking, people?   
Miles Hiked:8
Trail Condition:Great
Weather:Partly Sunny
Crowds:Busy
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