Moulton Falls County Park
Yacolt, Washington
| Address: | Moulton Falls Regional Park, 27781 NE Lucia Falls Rd, Yacolt, WA 98675, USA |
| GPS: |
45°49'54.3"N 122°23'16.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Washington |
Hike and Swim
Moulton Falls is 387 acres worth of beauty, and fun for you and your family to explore. The park runs through both sides of the river, with access to the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad excursion train, and Bells Mountain Trail. Chelatchie Prairie Railroad excursion train is open to the public, and tickets can be purchased online. You can ride this train and take in the forest around you. Bells Mountain Trail is an 8.1 mile trail from start to finish open for hiking. This is labeled as a difficult hike, so make sure that you are able to actually hike it, and to have proper supplies if you choose to hike it.
Here are a few things you are gaurenteed to see as you enjoy the park; volcanic rock formed from early lava flows, historic Indian meeting grounds, a swing bridge on Big Tree Creek, two beautiful waterfalls, and gorgeous greenery. You are allowed to swim at the park but be sure to be cautious as you do so, and do not jump from the bridge, it will cause injury.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Yacolt, Washington
- Head southeast on N Railroad Ave toward Cushman Ave (2.5 mi)
- Continue onto NE Lucia Falls RdDestination will be on the left(0.2 mi)
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