Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 2 Hike - Wallace Falls
CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph)
Contacts
- Thu, Apr 16, 2026
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- All Who Qualify, Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 5.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,300 ft
- 8 (8 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Wed, Mar 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM
- Tue, Apr 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Wallace Falls is one of the most iconic waterfall hikes in the Central Cascades, offering a beautiful mix of forest, river, and dramatic viewpoints. We’ll follow the Woody Trail along the Wallace River, passing the Lower and Middle Falls before climbing to the Upper Falls viewpoint. Each viewpoint offers a different angle on the falls, with the Middle Falls overlook providing one of the most impressive waterfall vistas in the region.
The trail is well‑maintained and winds through lush second‑growth forest, mossy boulders, and sections of old railroad grade. Expect a steady climb after the Middle Falls junction as we head toward the upper viewpoint.
We will meet shortly before 8AM at the Wallace Falls Parking Lot, to start our hike at 8AM sharp. Bring enough time before to use the bathrooms and gear up!
Required Equipment
Ten Essential Systems
- Navigation (map & compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)