Palouse Falls State Park Heritage Site
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 646-3229
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Burn Ban Level 2Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
Posted by the park 2026-05-28. Official alert
Construction ConstructionNo potable water available at Palouse Falls State Park Heritage Site due to water system maintenance, until further notice. Please plan accordingly… (more)
No potable water available at Palouse Falls State Park Heritage Site due to water system maintenance, until further notice. Please plan accordingly and bring drinking water with you to the park.
Posted by the park 2026-10-06. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 107 acres, Palouse Falls State Park Heritage Site lies in Franklin County, about 29 miles east of Connell.
Things to do include wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8 a.m. - Dusk
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Entrance fees: Varies
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
Wildlife viewing and birdingPicnickingHiking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Accessibility
- Accessible trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible trails
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Parking, Accessible Trails
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
• Day-Use Only • Dogs Allowed on Leash All trails into the canyon and base of Palouse Falls are permanently closed. Venturing beyond designated viewing area and trails at the park is prohibited. Parking Parking at Palouse Falls State Park is extremely limited and you can expect long waits to enter on weekends and holidays. Trailers and RVs are not allowed. Winter Schedule General information Extreme weather is possible so be sure to bring plenty of water and check the weather before you visit. The majority of the park doesn't have cell phone service. Palouse Falls is far away from nearby cities, amenities and first responders, so please plan ahead to help make your trip a success.
Getting there
- Address
- Palouse Falls Road
LaCrosse, WA 99143 - Nearest town
- Connell — about 29 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.6649, -118.2264
- Phone
- (509) 646-3229
- lewis.clark.trail@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology