Cathedral Falls Hike
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Cathedral Falls Hike

Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Cathedral Falls Hike

Cathedral Falls Hike

Distance: 4.1mi
Elevation: 646ft
Time: 1.5-2.5h

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Cathedral Falls is a fun destination for a weekend family hike. The trail to reach the falls is easy-moderate at 4.1mi long with mild elevation gain. The falls are best viewed in the spring or early summer, and you might not get much more than a trickle late into the summer or early in the fall.

The hike is kid-friendly, though small children may need a hand on a few narrow sections and creek crossings. Expect moderate traffic on this route.

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Getting there

The trailhead for the Cathedral Falls hike is off Forest Road 2750.

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Backcountry Campground

No

When to do

March-October

Pets allowed

Yes - On Leash

Family friendly

Yes

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Out and back


Cathedral Falls Hike
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Cathedral Falls Hike Description

Cathedral Falls is a hidden gem, and this hike is short enough and easy enough for most to complete. You’ll hike through a lush forest to the falls, which are at their best in the spring when the water flow is strongest.

There are a few creek crossings and narrow sections on this hike that may be more challenging for smaller children. If you want easier creek crossings, try hiking this trail in the mid-summer. Bring poles if you have them for a bit of added stability.

Begin from the trailhead, following Goat Creek Trail. It’s fairly smooth sailing as you cross two small creeks and hike up above Goat Creek. Where Goat Creek Trail splits, you’ll reach the falls. Enjoy the view before heading back, retracing your steps to the trailhead.

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