Rainbow Falls State Park
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 291-3767
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 2026-09-18. Official alert
Construction ConstructionThe Kitchen Shelter will be closed beginning May 2025 through the end of December 2026 for restoration.
Posted by the park 2025-04-01. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 131 acres, Rainbow Falls State Park lies in Lewis County, about 13 miles west of Chehalis.
The park supports horseback riding, swimming, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
8:00 a.m. - Dusk year round
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
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 •
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.
Camping
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. Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Showers, Trash Service
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingSwimmingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | 56 mi | — | 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. |
Trail descriptions from the park
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.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
✓ 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 campsites
- Accessible restrooms
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
• Dogs Allowed on Leash • 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.
Getting there
- Address
- 633 Leudinghaus Road
Chehalis, WA 98532 - Nearest town
- Chehalis — about 13 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.6287, -123.2309
- Phone
- (360) 291-3767
- rainbow.falls@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
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“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