Burn Ban - Level 1

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

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

Winter Camping

Biking

Bird Watching

Camping

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

Horseback Riding

Metal Detecting

Swimming

Amenities

Accessible Campsites

Accessible Restrooms

Drinking Water

Fire Pit

Park Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Trash Service

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Firewood

Grill

Kitchen Shelter

Picnic Tables

Sink

Accessible Parking

Parking

Trailer Dump

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 in advance.

Trails

Walk, bike or ride horseback on three miles of trails that wind through the forest and along the river. For a bigger adventure, head down the spur trail that leads to the Willapa Hills Trail. This trail spans 22 miles from Chehalis to Pe El, taking you over trestles and bridges and through small towns and farmland.

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. A dump station, three restrooms and two token-operated showers are located nearby. You can buy tokens from the machine at the park entrance station. 

Water activities

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