Dougan Falls — Local services in Washougal

The 5 stars are for nature. The Falls and pools are absolutely beautiful. The scenery is incredible, even on a smoky day. And I imagine it going back to it's prime after a rainfall to clean up all the human abuse. I can't wait to go back then! We arrived at 9:30 am on a Friday and had the whole place to ourselves for at least 2 hrs. After 12, the crowds arrived at a fast pace. As far as the humans who go to Dougan Falls, some could be better. We went to the upper Fall first but the smell of human presence was so bad that we moved to the lower part, where it was cleaner. Also it should not be hard to take what you brought with you back home. Not only garbage but your clothing and towels. So sad. If you go, take a garbage bag with you. There is no housekeeping service and animals should never eat garbage. Again, the place is gorgeous but it was sad to see that a lot of people take it...

A great place for all ages. At the falls itself, there’s plenty of fun swimming for older kids and adults. Further down the river from the falls, a short easy walk, there are places for younger kids that know how to swim. Or go up the creek that flows into the wash Eagle River just down from the falls, and there’s places that are shallow enough for even babies that can sit up to sit in and cool off. It’s very busy on the hot weekends, and they’ve done a good job of maximizing the parking that they have, but you should definitely get there early if you want to enjoy the waterfall. There are picnic tables and bathrooms on the road to the campground about 100 to 200 feet...

In my opinion, one of the most underrated and un-popular waterfalls pretty close to Portland. I believe during summer time it can be more crowded, and even not very clean or less water, but went there last November(2022), was cold, but very beautiful! The water color just amazing! And it's right next to the road and parking lot, so very accessible. Also consider that you need some pass for that, I think it's WA State Parks pass or something, but not the PNW Forest pass. So please check that beforehand. Hope you enjoy the photos I did there,...