Moulton Falls Park – Washington State

Moulton Falls Park is located right at the confluence of Lewis River East Fork and Big Tree Creek. The beautiful 347-acre park is home to an arch footbridge and two stunning waterfalls: Moulton Falls and Yacolt Falls. The heavily forested park is located on both side of the fast-flowing East Fork Lewis River.

The park features various attractions and offers plenty of activities.

Among the key activities is the 2.6-mile Moulton Falls Trail which is an out-and-back hike along the Lewis River. The trail starts from the Moulton Falls Trailhead and winds via a picturesque footbridge and then towards the right following along the beautiful Lewis River to the Hantwick Road Trailhead. This hike is ideal for all those looking for a peaceful stroll with a hit of adventure. The 7.7-mile Bells Mountain Trail, which is shared by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians, may be accessed from Moulton Falls Park. For the additional challenge, follow the trail to the Big Tree Falls or climb up to the Bells Mountain Trail for an amazingly scenic viewpoint.

The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad excursion train runs through the park.

The East Fork of the Lewis River near Moulton Falls is a great and popular swimming spot. Large rocks and rock ledges make for the perfect place to sunbathe and enjoy the river. You can find a few excellent deep pools along the river for swimming and cliff jumping. However, the currents are swift and the river has varying water depths making it imperative to exercise caution.

Please, do not dive or jump off of the arch bridge.

Cautions: Cliff jumping and slippery rocks are associated with risks, please use caution and make safe decisions.

A few miles from Moulton Falls Regional Park, there is another great park. Lucia Falls Park is the place where you can enjoy waterfalls and watch steelhead during its spawning period. Due to the Lucia Falls area being critical fish habitat, any contact with water is prohibited here. A 2.6-mile trail connects Lucia Falls with Moulton Falls. If you do not want to hike, you can stop at Lucia Falls on your way to Moulton Falls.

Open: 7 am to dusk
Managed by: Clark County, Washington

Amenities: Restroom, garbage service, and picnic sites
Activities: Swimming, cliff jumping, hiking, and picnicking

Distance from the parking: Short
Road access: Any passenger vehicle
Day-use fees: None

Accommodations: No camping in the park

Elevation: 600 ft (183 m)

Moulton Falls are located:

• 38 miles north of Portland (downtown)
• 84 miles north of Salem
• 148 miles north of Eugene.

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From I-5 North,

• Travel to Exit 11 in Washington
• Take Exit 11 toward WA-502 East and continue to WA-502
• Turn right onto WA-502 and follow 5.8 miles to WA-503 North
• Turn left onto WA-503, and go 5.6 miles to NE Rock Creek Road
• Continue for about 8 miles to NE 152nd Ave and then NE Lucia Falls Road to the destination.

Address: 27781 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WA
Clark County

GPS: N 44°49.902' W 122°23.334' | 45.831692, -122.3889