Fallsview Canyon
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From a popular campground off of a busy highway, escape the commotion in a hidden little canyon along the Big Quilcene River, shielded from the outside world as if in deep wilderness. Enjoy the serenading river's rapids and in springtime enjoy a floral show of blossoming lilies, honeysuckle, and rhododendrons. Fallsview Canyon makes a great evening hike if camping nearby, or a nice break from the road if traveling by.
Before beginning this little hike, walk the adjacent short Fallsview Loop Trail. Leading to a promontory above the canyon, gaze straight down to the roiling Big Quilcene River. Cast your attention straight across the canyon too, to an unnamed creek cascading 100 feet into it. OK, now that you've gotten the falls view promised by this hike, it's time for the canyon part of the trip. Plunging quickly, the trail loses 200 feet of elevation in 0.1 mile. Frothing white water comes into view as the trail lands alongside the thundering Big Quilcene River on the lush canyon floor. Here within the chasm the river's roar amplifies, ricocheting off the guarding walls. Under a canopy of maples veiled with mosses, follow the rushing river upstream. Stop periodically to be mesmerized by the frothing waters-churning, turning, chugging, and frugging ("frugging"? Why not!). In 0.5 mile come to a side trail on your left; it's a loop that you'll be returning on, though the Forest Service's literature about this hike hasn't gotten around yet to showing it. Continue alongside the Big Quilcene enjoying yet more rapids; then loop around and make your return. Don't forget about the small climb awaiting you at the finish. Recent Trip Reports
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After viewing Rocky Brook Falls we drove north on 101 and parked at the gated Fallsview Campground and walked the...
After viewing Rocky Brook Falls we drove north on 101 and parked at the gated Fallsview Campground and walked the short loop trail to view the falls across the canyon. We then dropped 200 feet to the today brown (normally white) Big Quilcene River. Because of the lateness of the day we did not have time to walk more than a few feet of the 1.5 mile loop trail which we have done in the past. This is a good rainy day hike.
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We hiked this trail with our two kids (1 1/2 & 5) and our parents (early 50's) on a cool,...
We hiked this trail with our two kids (1 1/2 & 5) and our parents (early 50's) on a cool, but sunny day. The trail was a bit muddy, but we were able to see some wolf/big cat tracks as well as deer/moose/elk tracks. There were a few small blowdowns on the trail, but for the most part it was clear. It was an easy 1.2 mile hike that our 5 year old was able to do without problem. Even though the river was flowing right along, I would venture to guess that the spring run off has not really started yet. It wasn't until we were coming back that we actually spotted the falls. We did have to park at the entrace to the campground as it is still closed and walk in, but it was a very easy walk. However, there are no bathroom facilities that are open.
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We had some set backs getting to the pennisula and opted for this due to time....
We had some set backs getting to the pennisula and opted for this due to time. We didn't expect much, but were wonderfully suprised! Camp Ground is closed so park at the gate & walk to the end of the loop. View of thin falls from loop to the right while the trail to the left heads down into the canyon. 500 ft down at start, the rest is fairly flat. Trail runs along Big Quilcene river. Great place for lunch near river.
Wonderful short hike for kids 1.2m round trip. Trail in Great Condition. Snow still on trees. Strange ice formations coming out of downed branches. A little snow on trail still, but not bad. Had a great time. Day hike
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OOPS! Obviously I errored ! 2 below falls and no above!
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OOPS! Obviously I errored ! 2 below falls and no above! Day hike
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There were a few large trees down on the lower trail in the canyon, but they were negotiable. The falls...
There were a few large trees down on the lower trail in the canyon, but they were negotiable. The falls was full and the forest green and lush with ferns. |
Driving Directions
From Quilcene drive US 101 south for 4 miles to Fallsview Campground. (From Shelton follow US 101 north for 48 miles.) Enter the campground, turning left to the day-use/
picnic area. When the campground is closed, park at the gated entrance. |
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