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Rainbow Falls State Park
Phone: (360) 291-3767
Fax: (360) 291-3377
City: Chelalis
Address:
4008 State Hwy. 6,
Chelalis, WALocated 17 miles west of Chehalis, Wash., on the state's western side.
Constructed in 1935 in the heart of old-growth forest, this wooded park is known for its rainbow-crowned waterfall, which gives the park its name. A garden displaying 40 varieties of fuchsia is a favorite with visitors.
For more up to date information, visit the Rainbow Falls page on the state parks web site.
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Park Overview
Rainbow Falls State Park is a 139-acre camping park with 3,400 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Chehalis River. Situated in stands of old-growth forest, the park features a waterfall and a small fuchsia garden.
Marine Park: No
Popular Destination
Park Hours
The park is open year round for camping and day use.
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Rainbow Falls State Park and the Willapa Hills Trail are closed until further notice due to extensive storm damage.
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Rainbow Falls State Park and the Willapa Hills Trail are closed until further notice due to extensive storm damage.
Significant History
The park, along with several log structures on the premises, was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935.
Interpretive Oportunities
The park features a self-guided nature walk through old-growth forest.
Directions provided by the state parks department are given below the map,
or you can try to have google create the directions from the coordinates we have on file.
Take exit 77 onto Hwy. 6. Head west in the direction of Raymond for 16 miles.
From Hwy. 101:
Turn east at Raymond onto Hwy. 6 heading toward Pe Ell. It is 35 miles from Raymond to the park.
Directions
From I-5:Take exit 77 onto Hwy. 6. Head west in the direction of Raymond for 16 miles.
From Hwy. 101:
Turn east at Raymond onto Hwy. 6 heading toward Pe Ell. It is 35 miles from Raymond to the park.
| Mammals | Birds | Fish & Sea Life | Plantlife |
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Bears
Chipmunks
Coyotes
Deer/Elk
Mink
Otters
Rabbits
Raccoons
Skunks
Squirrels
Weasels
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Crows/Ravens
Dove/Pigeon
Ducks
Grouse
Herons
Humming Birds
Jays
Owls
Woodpeckers
Wrens
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Bullhead
Catfish
Eel
Salmon
Steelhead
Trout
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Cedar
Douglas Fir
Hemlocks
Nobel Fir
Spruce
Yew
Alders
Ash Trees
Cherry Trees
Maple Trees
Daisies
Foxgloves
Rhododendron
Berries
Ferns
Moss or Lichens
Thistle
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| General | Trails | Freshwater Activities | Saltwater Activities |
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Swimming
Bird Watching
Wildlife Viewing
Interpretive
1 Softball Field
2 Horseshoe Pits
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7 mi. of Horse Trails
7 mi. of Biking Trailer
10 mi. of Hiking Trails
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Fishing
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Picnic NotesThe park provides one reservable kitchen shelter with water, electricity and 15 picnic tables, and another (first-come, first-served) without water and electricty. There are 21 additional day-use picnic tables, first-come, first-served. For reservations, call the park office at (360) 291-3767.
Group CampingThe park has one group camp that accommodates 14 camping units and up to 60 people. Fees vary with size of the group. To reserve, call the park office at (360) 291-3767.
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Camping
Pay Phone
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Auto Repair
Airport
Boating
Camping Area
Diesel
Fishing and Hunting Supplies
Gasolene
Gifts
Golfing
Groceries
Hardware
Hospital
Overnight Accomodations
Pay Phones
US Mail
Propane
White Gas
Wood
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