Seattle Outdoor Guide|Wallace Falls 9km Hike
This time, we're exploring Wallace Falls , located about 40 miles northeast of Seattle via Highway 2 —ranked as one of the "15 Best Hikes Near Seattle" ! 🌲 Trail Overview The Woody Trail starts at Wallace Falls State Park and takes you past three stunning waterfalls : 1️⃣ Lower Falls - Distance: 2.6km (one way) - Elevation Gain: 160m - Easiest section —great for beginners or those short on time. 2️⃣ Middle Falls - Distance: 2.9km (one way) - Elevation Gain: 240m (steepest climb! ) - Best viewpoint —you can see both Lower & Middle Falls from here! 3️⃣ Upper Falls - Distance: 3.6km (one way) - Elevation Gain: 370m (challenging but worth it! ) - Closest view —right next to the roaring falls! 🔁 Round Trip: ~7.6km (official) / My Strava data: 9km, 450m elevation, 3 hours . ⚠️ Difficulty & Tips - Rating: Moderate (steep sections between Lower→Middle & Middle→Upper). - For casual hikers: Stop at Middle Falls (still epic views!). - For seniors/kids: Lower Falls is a great turnaround point. 📸 Photo Spots: - Lower Falls viewpoint = See Lower + Middle Falls together (Pic 2!). - Middle Falls viewpoint = Up-close power! - Upper Falls viewpoint = Right beside the cascade! 🚗 Parking & Passes - Permit Required: WA State Park Pass or Discover Pass . - Weekend tip: Arrive early—this place gets busy! 🌟 Why Hike Here? - Waterfall overload! Three cascades in one trail. - Great workout with rewarding views. - Dog-friendly (on leash). #WeekendAdventures #WashingtonState #SeattleHikes #OutdoorLife #HikingGuide #WaterfallHike #WallaceFalls #PNWExplorer #NatureLovers #TrailVibes