HAWK CREEK FALLS STATE PARK
HAWK CREEK FALLS STATE PARK
WATERFALL : Hawk Creek Falls State Park
DROP: About 40 feet
WATERFALL TYPE: chute
DISTANCE CAR TO FALLS: 300 feet
MAPS: Washington State Parks
GPS: 47°81'09' N 118°31'04"W
DROP: About 40 feet
WATERFALL TYPE: chute
DISTANCE CAR TO FALLS: 300 feet
MAPS: Washington State Parks
GPS: 47°81'09' N 118°31'04"W
DESCRIPTION:
Hawk Creek Falls State Park is located along the south shores of the Columbia River north of Creston, Washington, on Miles Creston Rd N.
Turn left (west) into the State Park. Discover Pass is required, or you can buy a day pass at the parking areas.
The falls are located SE of the Campgrounds, while the trailhead to walk out to the Columbia River is west of the campgrounds.
After visiting the falls, hike the shore line west out to the Columbia River
Turn left (west) into the State Park. Discover Pass is required, or you can buy a day pass at the parking areas.
The falls are located SE of the Campgrounds, while the trailhead to walk out to the Columbia River is west of the campgrounds.
After visiting the falls, hike the shore line west out to the Columbia River
OPTION #1:
Add option as you enter the area, the campsite sits below the road in. A short distance up stream is beautiful Hawk Creek Falls, dropping about 40' in a chasm beneath the road.
From the parking area, the trail heads west along the north side Hawk Bay. There are several beaches to swim at. Further away from the parking area, the trail eventually reaches the Columbia River.
As you see Moonshine Canyon Bay across Hawk Bay, you will have to climb up and over the hills to get to a spot with unobstructed views of the Columbia River
Paddling this bay, and out into the Columbia River offers great views and a nice paddling experience.
Back on land, out near the river is a ridge line coming down from above. On a step above the bay, there is a small sand dune to explore. It's also a great place for lunch.
Most of the bay is lined in basalt columns, that give it an eerie feeling.
Be aware that the land around Hawk Bay is private, and may require kayaking to beaches out on Lake Roosevelt.
There is another attraction worth exploring north of the bay. There are dozens of caves etched out of the basalt cliffs. From the parking area, look North up hill at one of the larger caves in the area.
From the parking area, the trail heads west along the north side Hawk Bay. There are several beaches to swim at. Further away from the parking area, the trail eventually reaches the Columbia River.
As you see Moonshine Canyon Bay across Hawk Bay, you will have to climb up and over the hills to get to a spot with unobstructed views of the Columbia River
Paddling this bay, and out into the Columbia River offers great views and a nice paddling experience.
Back on land, out near the river is a ridge line coming down from above. On a step above the bay, there is a small sand dune to explore. It's also a great place for lunch.
Most of the bay is lined in basalt columns, that give it an eerie feeling.
Be aware that the land around Hawk Bay is private, and may require kayaking to beaches out on Lake Roosevelt.
There is another attraction worth exploring north of the bay. There are dozens of caves etched out of the basalt cliffs. From the parking area, look North up hill at one of the larger caves in the area.
OPTION #2: |
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By hiking the north shore, you can reach the beaches of the Mighty Columbia River.
DIRECTIONS:
Drive west on Highway 2 to Davenport, and turn right on Hwy 25 towards Miles. Once in Miles, drive south past Seven Bays for about 8 miles and turn right (west) into Hawk Creek State Park.
Or
Drive Hwy 2 past Davenport to a junction with Miles-Creston Road N. a short distance before Creston, and turn right (east) for about 3 miles and bear right staying on Miles-Creston Road N. all the way to Hawk Creek. Turn left (west) into the state park.
Or
Drive Hwy 2 past Davenport to a junction with Miles-Creston Road N. a short distance before Creston, and turn right (east) for about 3 miles and bear right staying on Miles-Creston Road N. all the way to Hawk Creek. Turn left (west) into the state park.
COOL THINGS CLOSE BY:
Columbia River and the Lake Roosevelt Reservoir, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, the Colville Indian Reservation, the Grand Coulee Dam, Steamboat Rock, and Northrup Canyon.
HAZARDS:
ALL WATERFALLS ARE A HAZARD, DUE TO THEIR SLIPPERY NATURE. ALWAYS BE EXTRA CAREFUL NEAR ANY WATERFALL.
As in any walks in the Washington Scablands, you must be aware of rattlesnakes.
There are lower leg wraps that will protect you from snake bites.
As in any walks in the Washington Scablands, you must be aware of rattlesnakes.
There are lower leg wraps that will protect you from snake bites.
R & P:
Lenny’s in Cheney
PLAN YOUR TRIP:
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HAWK CREEK FALLS
