Spirit Falls is an about 33-foot drop on the Little White Salmon River near Drano Lake, prized for the vivid aqua color of its plunge pool. It is reached by a short but very steep, rough unofficial path of roughly 15-20 minutes each way.
At 33 ft, it stands above roughly 25% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Spirit Falls sits on Little White Salmon River. You'll find it in Skamania, Washington. It is protected within Gifford Pinchot National Forest (USFS).
This is a moderate hike waterfall: a longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way. Plan for a moderate hike; sturdy shoes, water, and a little time on the trail are worth bringing. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 1 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Cook, the closest town.
When to go: Spring and early summer (high flow). Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
