Courtney L.
10/12/2025
This is a fantastic hike in the Greater Seattle area, which rewards you with an up close view of the falls from the base, where you can bask in the cool gentle mist before beginning the trek back....
Franklin Falls Trailhead
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SE Denny Creek Rd
North Bend, WA 98045
Franklin Falls Trailhead, located in North Bend, WA, offers a picturesque 2-mile roundtrip hike with 400 feet in elevation gain, making it an ideal destination for hikers of all levels, including families with children and beginners. The trail features a stunning 70-foot waterfall, Franklin Falls, which is best viewed between April and July and offers a refreshing mist during peak flow periods.
With WTA's ongoing trail work efforts, including building walls, rock steps, and bridges, Franklin Falls Trail provides a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience, surrounded by a dense canopy of coniferous trees. Visitors can also explore the falls in winter, with caution advised due to potential icy conditions, making it a versatile and accessible destination year-round.
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Matt U.
7/26/2025
On a nicely manicured trail, down a shady road, up near snoqualmie pass, lies this delightful waterfall! We've been driving over Snoqualmie pass for darn near 40 years, and I had no idea this...
Wendi K.
5/25/2025
Simply breathtaking, any time of year. It's a bite-sized creekside "hike" / nature walk to a wonderful waterfall at the end. Discovery NW Pass required. If you are going to do this hike, please...
Heather B.
9/14/2025
Beautiful day in nature. There are a few new signs begging people to keep their dogs leashes AND not leave poop bags, but alas there was one on the trail. It's easy- if you cannot hold a pop bag...
Debra W.
8/24/2024
A friend had posted photos of waterfall and I just knew I had to come here. On a few different trail and hiking ops, it rated this as an easy trail. 1 mile there, 1 mile back and about an hour...
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