Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

Part of the Park is Closed

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Day-use showers are closed until further notice. Showers are available in the campground. 

General

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The trailer dump is closed until further notice.

A low, shimmering waterfall flows past basalt rock covered in moss. Thick forest can be seen in the background.
A campsite set in the forest at Rainbow Falls State Park. A wide flat spot is open for a tent and a fire pit and picnic table are in the background near tall trees and lush green undergrowth.
A wide calm spot on the Chehalis River. The water reflects the surrounding green forest which is bathed  in dappled sunlight.
A log-frame kitchen shelter full of picnic set on a wide lawn. A thick pine forest under a blue sky forms the background.
Tall trees frame a log kitchen shelter with picnic tables and barbecue braziers set on a wide, sunny green lawn.

Rainbow Falls State Park

633 Leudinghaus Road, Chehalis, WA 98532

Rainbow Falls State Park is a 129-acre camping park on the Chehalis River. A variety of campsites and a tranquil river setting make this a popular overnight stay for hikers, cyclists and horseback riders tackling the Willapa Hills Trail.

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses Allowed

A recreational license is required for fishing at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website.

Activities

Biking

Bird Watching

Camping

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

Horseback Riding

Metal Detecting

Swimming

Winter Camping

Amenities

Accessible Campsites

Accessible Restrooms

Drinking Water

Fire Pit

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Firewood

Park Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Trash Service

Grill

Kitchen Shelter

Picnic Tables

Sink

Accessible Parking

Parking

Horseshoe Pits

Bike Trails

Equestrian Trails

Hiking Trails

Park features

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Creek

Forest

Freshwater

River

Seasonal Wildflowers

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Waterfall

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses Allowed

A recreational license is required for fishing at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website.

Map & visitor guide

46.6287, -123.2309

Picnic and day use

Twenty picnic tables are available first-come, first-served. One kitchen shelter with water, electricity and 10 picnic tables can be reserved.

Trails

A three-mile trail system through a beautiful hillside forest is located on the south side of the Chehalis River. The 2007 floods washed out the park bridge that connected the main park to the trails and State Route 6. Parking for the trails is available along the two-lane highway. For a bigger adventure, head down the spur trail that leads North directly out of the park to the Willapa Hills Trail. This trail spans 56 miles from Chehalis to South Bend, taking you over trestles and bridges and through small towns and farmland. Some portions of the trail are still under development. See the Willapa Hills Trail page for the lates details.

Camping

This park has 40 standard campsites, eight partial hookup sites, three hiker/biker sites and two equestrian sites. Maximum site length is 60 feet (limited availability). One group camp is available and has 14 camping units and can accommodate up to 60 people. Sites are reservable online or by calling 1-888-CAMPOUT.

Winter Schedule

Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.

Water activities

Take a refreshing dip or enjoy some freshwater fishing in the Chehalis River. There is no designated swimming area or lifeguards here.