Rainbow Falls State Park

Category: State park

Address: 633 Leudinghaus Rd, Chehalis, WA 98532, USA

Phone: +18882267688

Reviews

Allwonkyvids

Jul 26, 2022

Just a nice little waterfall with a few swim spots. The water is pretty cold. There are showers but there was no warm water. There is a big open area and picnic tables. Its a great place included with your Discover pass. 100% recommend.

April Porter

Mar 22, 2022

It’s always an adventure when we come here. They offer camp sites and also camp sites with your horse. I highly do not recommend drinking any water from here. The water has a very bad smell to it. At first I thought it was the hand soap nope it was the water. I wouldn’t even allow my dog to drink the water from here. It’s always a good idea to have filtered water or water bottles. We enjoyed our walk here and also the Willapa Hills Trails go on and on. They also have bike trails and hiking trails.

J K

Mar 12, 2022

The 1 star reviews are correct. There aren't any "falls", just a little stretch of rapids immediately next to a busy road. Also, the ENTIRE park is permeated with the sounds of traffic. This place is probably great for families who want to picnic without any sort of hike and who don't mind not seeing a waterfall, and who don't mind traffic sounds intruding into their recreation. Also, the trails are garbage. There really aren't any significant hikes anywhere and the only interesting feature was when I followed the trail out of the park, across a road and up until it seemed to terminate at a canal. I will put a picture of what I saw below - even though it wasn't part of the park.

Pacific Rock Northwest

Jul 27, 2021

This is a nice camping ground sorrounded by trees and a nearby river you can swim in(use life jacket). Park itself has wide open areas you can enjoy walking, running or play sports. Best part is that the restrooms are maintained And there are camping grounds thats far enough from other sites to give you more privacy.

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Questions & Answers

Can you Swim there?

Esther Anderson | Dec 17, 2018
Dusty Willman | Dec 18, 2018

Yes. There's a river to swim in.

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Is there still a suspension bridge at RF park? Haven't been there in 50 years!

Paula Nelson | Dec 17, 2018
JD Byrd | Dec 18, 2018

Suspension bridge was washed away during storm of 07

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Is there RV parking ?

Nathaniel McClendon | Sep 17, 2020
Dylan Saito | Sep 18, 2020

Yes there is! I'd advise calling ahead as there are not too many spots. Its worth the trip. Buy your discovery pass early to take advantage!

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Can I make resevations for July 3-6

Cynthia Lee Ondracek | Jun 19, 2020
Rebecca Saas | Jun 20, 2020

Absolutely

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Is there much fall color here?

Peggy Sue McCormick | Dec 17, 2019
Chris Babcock | Dec 18, 2019

It should be full of color now

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How much does it cost to get in?

paul roz | Dec 17, 2019
Todd Thedell | Dec 18, 2019

You need a Discovery Pass, $30 a year or $10 a day. I think you can buy them there.

Can you camp here?

Cat | Dec 17, 2018
Dusty Willman | Dec 18, 2018

Yes. You can dry camp or have electric. There is tent, hiker,biker, and Rv camping. There are token op. Showers even! A great place to camp!

Are there hiking trails?

Marie Ledoux | Dec 17, 2018
Malesa Reynolds | Dec 18, 2018

Since the bridge washed out, the main hiking trails for the park have to be accessed by driving out of the campground and back across the river as they are on the other side of the river of the main campground. There is also a walk-in entrance to the Willapa Hills Trails directly across from the main entrance to the park.

Do you have to make reservations? We are new to the state still and don't know many places. Thanks in advance.

the real ybruc | Dec 17, 2018
Brian Meaker | Dec 18, 2018

No you do not

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What can you do there?

Alice Proctor | Dec 17, 2018
Brian Hazlewood | Dec 18, 2018

Fishing, swimming, playground on the campground side

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How long is the hike to water falls..?

Sowmya Devasena | Sep 17, 2020
joe leder | Sep 18, 2020

Just a few minutes. But you will need to wear proper shoes

Do I need to make reservations if so how

Breanna Newman | Sep 17, 2020
Denise Brown | Sep 18, 2020

1-800-campout or online at Washington state parks website.

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Which section of the chehalis river is this site located? Trying to check fishing regulations. TIA

Anna Bellew | Aug 18, 2020
Donnie Chase | Aug 19, 2020

I know you can fish there, but it didn't seem very good.

Are there hookups? Water, electric, sewer? Also do the RV sites have room for pop-outs?

Michelle Darilek | Jul 19, 2020
Richard Moller | Jul 20, 2020

You can get a spot with power and water and there is a dump station that you can use on hour way out with no extra charge.

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How far off I5 is it and is there a hike to get to ?

rob bennett | Dec 17, 2019
Jessica Pearson | Dec 18, 2019

It was farther than I expected of a long and winding road. Thought I may have been lost... There is a small trail. I was told there was another one across the street, but at the park it's less than a .25 mile. Have to say it was rather disappointing.

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Where's the best place to get wood for fire that's nearby this campsite?

A Hayder | Dec 17, 2019
Sarah Page | Dec 18, 2019

The park sells firewood in their office or the camp host can also sell wood but the closest stores are the Doty General Store or the General Market in Pe Ell

Is there free WiFi?

Kailyee Lawson | Dec 17, 2019
Todd Thedell | Dec 18, 2019

No. Cell service is not very good either.

Is it free to pitch a tent

Shannon Cox | Dec 17, 2019
Jessica Pearson | Dec 18, 2019

No they charge. As you drive in there is a little pmnt stand... luckily there was nobody there when we pulled up. So we just parked at the park and then left.

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Does Verizon Wireless work there

eric mintel | Dec 17, 2019
TanjaMG Thomas | Dec 18, 2019

Two bars on Verizon jetpack, not fast all worked though

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What is the bunker on main hiking trails history

kat Kirkwood | Dec 17, 2018
Dusty Willman | Dec 18, 2018

As far as I know they were building a railroad

Can we have a fire or just propane

Samuel Zuniga | Dec 17, 2018
Daniel Reynolds | Dec 18, 2018

Just propane camp stoves there is a burn ban in affect until further notice. This includes campfires in fire rings.

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Are dogs allowed (on leash) on the trails?

Sheila Bayard | Dec 17, 2018
Malesa Reynolds | Dec 18, 2018

Dogs are allowed on trails while on leash, make sure to bring plenty of poop bags!

Are camp fires allowed this weekend?

Mish Gutierrez | Dec 17, 2018
Diane Rutherford | Dec 18, 2018

Yes

Are dogs allowed on camp sites?

Jann Propp-Estimo | Dec 17, 2018
Ashley Emmett | Dec 18, 2018

Yep!

We are camping here this weekend for the first time. Trying to figure out if I should bring my 12ft fishing kayak or leave it at home. Is the flow slow enough for a fishing kayak? Thanks in advance!

Brian Crane | Dec 17, 2018
joann mcewen | Dec 18, 2018

There might not b a place to put in water there...but it sure would b lots of fun.

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Do you have full hook ups and pull through sites?

Doug Knotts | Dec 17, 2018
Kelly Wilson | Dec 18, 2018

No sewer. Power and water only.

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Does electricity / power available at group camp site?

Muhammad Adam Qamar | Dec 17, 2018
Eric Campbell | Dec 18, 2018

Think there is some spots with power

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Can you get to the falls if you're in a wheelchair or motorized scooter?

Pat Marcus | Dec 17, 2018
Lynda | Dec 18, 2018

No, but you can see it. The park was closed after flood waters destroyed a bridge. I'm not sure if it ever officially reopened, but it is a nice stop on your way traveling. Not much for a destination anymore.

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Can you camp here in a tent how much per night

sierra christensen | Dec 17, 2018
Buddamomma47 Buddamomma47 | Dec 18, 2018

Yes it has tent,trailer camping here, its been two yrs since we went here,but its a state park,so expect at least $20 a night if not more.

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Why does it say this is on the Skagit river when it's on the Chehalis river???

Tim Coto | Dec 17, 2018
Brian Hazlewood | Dec 18, 2018

It was a Friday at the DNR when they made the web page. Lol

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Can you park your car there?

Bry Rye | Dec 17, 2017
Kurt Schuff | Dec 18, 2017

Yes, there is a day use parking area and there is parking as part of the group site. Park fees may apply.

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