MY BUCKET LIST
I haven’t visited this location yet. It’s on my bucket list, and I wanted to share a little information in case you get a chance to explore it before I do.
Franklin Falls is a short hike along the South Fork Snoqualmie River to a waterfall framed by rock and forest. The usual route is about two miles round trip, making it an option for a shorter outing near Snoqualmie Pass.
Franklin Falls. Photo: Konrad Roeder (Kgrr), via Wikimedia Commons. Photo source · CC BY 2.5. Thumbnails may be cropped to fit.
This is an older photo and may not reflect current conditions. I recommend looking through recent AllTrails photos before your visit.
Why it’s on my list
I came across Franklin Falls while looking into the more famous Snoqualmie Falls for a drive from Seattle to Leavenworth. I didn’t have time to hike it on that trip, but it looks like a beautiful waterfall with a fairly easy trail.
It’s definitely one I’d like to make time for on a future visit. I really hope I get to see it someday!
At a glance
- Location: Mount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest, near Snoqualmie Pass
- Difficulty: Easy
- Hike Length: Approx. 2 miles
- Elevation Gain: Approx. 340 ft.
- Hike Type: Out and back
Getting there: The normal trailhead is reached from I-90 Exit 47 and Forest Road 58. Winter road access can change the starting point and total distance. Check current access before setting out, and expect slippery footing near the falls.
Details checked October 26, 2026. Sources: AllTrails and Mount Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest. Conditions and access can change.