WaterfallHidden gem

Palouse Falls

Washtucna, Washington

A 198-foot waterfall plunging into a canyon in dry eastern Washington.

Price
Discover Pass required
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
60 min
Palouse Falls
Dsdugan · CC0

The official state waterfall drops into a basalt canyon in the middle of the Palouse. A short path leads to viewpoints and trails run along the rim. It makes a long but rewarding detour.

Good to know

  • Stay behind the rails, drops are sheer
  • Go around sunrise or sunset for colour
Best time
Sunrise or sunset
Open
All year, camping seasonal
Getting there
Sealed road, paved car park
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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