Although the provenance before 1950 is a little vague, records show that Washington State Parks purchased a small parcel of land from Puget Sound Power and Light; this parcel of land included a few waterfalls, one of which was Twin Falls. The park was named Twin Falls State Park. Washington State Parks continued to purchase acreage and added it to Twin Falls State Park. In 1977, Washington State Park officially changed the name to Olallie in a nod to Chinook Native American’s word for salmonberry, which grows abundantly in the park. Salmonberries are similar to raspberries, but its flavor is more subtle.
The closest town is North Bend, which was once a mining and lumber town. Today, it’s a charming town centered around the outdoor recreation industry and a bustling outlet mall. Several buildings and homes in the older part of the town are historic, dating back to the late 1800s.
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Encompassing over 2,300 acres, Twin Falls State Park boasts several waterfalls, including its namesake, Twin Falls. Rock climbers flock to this park, drawn by the challenge of scaling the high, heart-gripping cliffs. Routes range in difficulty from 5.5 (extremely easy) to 5.13b (difficult for even an experienced climber). Aside from a few vista points, the only way to gain impressive birdseye views of the valley and river below is by climbing up one of the sheer rock slabs.
There are several miles of trails for hikers to explore, and about half are shared with mountain bikers. Though most of the trails have steep ascents and descents, the switchback construction keeps it manageable for most hikers. The longest contained within the park is about 20 miles. However, there is a trail that connects to Palouse-to-Cascades State Park Trail (formerly known as Iron Horse State Park Trail), which is popular with endurance bikers and runners. It runs for 212 miles from just west of North Bend to Palouse, WA.
Downriver of Twin Falls, kayaking and fishing are permitted. Cast a fly into the serene, chilly water. Fishermen can expect to catch rainbow trout, coastal cutthroat, steelhead, and a few other less-common species. Although the population is robust, anglers should not expect to catch large fish in this stream. They average around eight to nine inches.
Rent a camper trailer to get closer to nature. Instead of enduring the shrill ring of a morning alarm, the merry birdsong will rouse you. Unfortunately, there is no RV camping at Twin Falls State Park because it is a day-use park. However, there are several other options in the area.
RV camp at Tinkham Campground, which is nestled underneath a canopy of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and cedar trees. Although it’s a primitive campground, each site comes with its own fire ring, and there are restrooms with vault toilets and drinking water.
Alternatively, consider camping at Tall Chief RV and Camping Resort near Fall City. The campground has around 113 sites for campers to choose from, and the long list of amenities includes WiFi, a dog park, and a swimming pool.
Nearby Iron Horse State Park RV campground is split up into five sites with four or five sites each. Although they’re primitive, each cluster of sites has access to a vault toilet. This arrangement means all guests are virtually guaranteed a very quiet, secluded camping experience.
When you’re ready for a break from the pristine wilderness, hop into a rental Airstream and explore the mountain towns that are scattered across central Washington. Along the way, stop in Snoqualmie, to ogle the majestic Snoqualmie Falls. It roars with gusto year-round, spraying water across the gorge like a water sprinkler gone wild.
Behold the mysterious big cats at Cougar Mountain Zoo in Issaquah, WA. Founded in 1972 to protect endangered tigers, the zoo has since then grown to house other species of big felines, wolves, camels, and even lemurs. The zoo claims to have the largest mountain lion and wolf exhibits in the country, and indeed, it has won awards for its ground-breaking designs.
Seattle beckons. Once a sleepy town where grunge music found its beginning, Seattle is a thriving tech town with vibrant art, theater, and culture scene. Downtown has a dazzling array of museums, art galleries, and boutique shops and restaurants that out-of-town visitors can spend weeks or months exploring. One of the few camera stores to thrive in this digital age is found in Seattle: the Glazer’s. Founded in 1935, the camera store is a valuable resource for both the beginner and professional photographers alike.
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