Cherry Creek Falls
Puget Sound and Islands
Cherry Creek Falls currently presents a muddy and challenging experience. Recent reports from April and May 2026 indicate significant mud and stream crossings that may require careful navigation, with some crossings being difficult due to higher water levels and slippery logs (April 7, April 18, April 26, May 3). Parking is limited, especially on weekends, often requiring hikers to park along the road and be mindful of "no parking" signs (March 1, April 15, April 26, May 3). Several reports highlight an ongoing issue with litter, particularly used toilet paper, left near the trailhead and on side trails, urging visitors to practice Leave No Trace principles (April 18, May 7). The trail is not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers and requires some route-finding skills, particularly when fewer people are present.
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Please be prepared and understand there are no rest rooms or privy. Understand how to dig a cat hole and please consider bringing out any toilet paper you use. I found six locations within 100 yards...
Very beautiful hike and gorgeous waterfall/endpoint. Not good for beginners/disabled folks. Not wheelchair/stroller accessible either.
Had a few hours so decided to revisit this local to me trail. I made a mistake going on a Sunday though - there's minimal parking, cars parked way up and down the county road, hordes of people, unhapp...
Beautiful time for a trip to Cherry Creek Falls. There's decently muddy spots and the creeks you need to cross are significant enough that hiking boots are the best bet, otherwise you may be finishing...
Trail was good. A few muddy spots but nothing bad
Please folks be prepared and know how to relieve your self outdoors. I found four spots where people went less then 10 ft off trail (on the side trails) and left big globs of used toilet paper on the...
Trail was in good condition and there was some areas that were standing water and muddy. Streams were higher than normal and crossing could be difficult. Trail was dog friendly and others were polite ...
This is such a great trail for a nice hike in the woods.Make sure to get here early to get a spot, we got here at 7:30/8ish and only 4 other cars were parked by the trailhead.First half of the trail i...
Today, my friend and I decided to hike to the Cherry Creek Falls. We arrived at the TH 2:50pm and got a parking spot on the road. Park in designated areas. There are a few no parking signs on the road...
This was a lovely hike and a great chance to got outdoors. However, I strongly suggest if you want to hike this trail in the spring, do bear in mind it will be muddy, very muddy. Other hikers before u...
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