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Waterfall · Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park

Coal Creek Falls

2.2 mi round trip439 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance2.2 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain439 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point1,109 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Coal Creek Falls is a waterfall reached by a 2.2-mile round trip from Red Town Trailhead. The route follows Red Town Trail, then Cave Hole Trail, then Coal Creek Falls Trail to the falls.

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What you need

Parking and passes

No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.

Getting there

The hike starts at Red Town Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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