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Waterfall · Yacolt Burn State Forest

Hidden Falls

7.1 mi round trip1,368 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: Designated sites
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation. Just the Discover Pass on your dashboard.
OvernightDesignated sites
Camp only at designated sites. Many DNR conservation areas do not allow overnight camping, so check the trailhead sign.

Washington DNR rules. Matched from trail managers on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance7.1 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,368 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point2,202 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Hidden Falls is a waterfall reached by a 7.1-mile round trip from Rock Creek Trailhead. The route follows Appaloosa Trail, then L-1120 Road, then Appaloosa Trail, then Tarbell Trail to the falls.

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What you need

Parking and passes

This trailhead is on state land, so you need a Discover Pass on your dashboard.

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Getting there

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

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