Rainbow Falls State Park Campground
Open for camping. Level 1 burn ban in effect: campfires permitted only in designated fire pits and grills. Ceres Hill bridge construction through August 15, 2026 with alternate access available. Kitchen shelter closed for restoration through December 2026.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 21 at 1:55PM PDT until July 23 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning and gusty outflow winds, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 655 Black Hills and Southwest Interior Lowlands and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * LIGHTNING...Isolated to scattered thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * IMPACTS...Scattered lightning in dry fuels can cause multiple fire starts. Thunderstorms can also bring sudden sharp wind shifts on existing fires, causing rapid changes in a fire's rate of spread and direction of spread. Thunderstorm outflow winds can be a threat for several hours following the start of a new lightning-caused fire. If a fire were to begin, air quality may diminish in the surrounding area.
About
Rainbow Falls State Park is a 129-acre camping destination situated along the banks of the Chehalis River in southwestern Washington. The park takes its name from a picturesque waterfall visible from a short trail, though the real draw is the old-growth forest and tranquil riverside setting. The Chehalis River offers swimming and freshwater fishing opportunities directly accessible from the campground. The campground provides diverse overnight options: 40 standard tent/RV sites, 8 partial hookup sites with water and electric for RVs up to 60 feet (limited availability), 3 hiker/biker sites, and 2 equestrian sites. A group camp accommodating up to 60 people is available by reservation. Facilities include flush restrooms, token-operated showers, drinking water, a dump station, and fire pits in designated areas. The park serves as a convenient basecamp for the Willapa Hills Trail, a rail-trail popular with cyclists, hikers, and equestrians. A three-mile internal trail system on the south side of the river provides forested hiking through scenic terrain. Horseshoe pits and a reservable kitchen shelter (currently closed for restoration through December 2026) round out the amenities.
Directions
From Chehalis, take Highway 6 west approximately 16 miles. The park entrance is on the south side of Highway 6.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $69.58 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| rainbow.falls@parks.wa.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (360) 291-3767 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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