Russian Gulch Waterfall

The trail for this starts in the Russian Gulch State park at the end of the campsites. You can simply drive past the campsites and park at the lot right near the start of the trail. You can do this as a loop if you take the North Trail in one direction until the Falls Loop trail. The overall elevation gain is not much and it takes an out 2.5-3 hours to complete the trail. Portions of the trails are wet and muddy and hence would recommend a good pair of hiking boots.

This is a nice moderate hike that starts out from the Fern Canyon Trailhead just past the Russian Gulch Campground.

The best time to see the falls is in the spring. However, be prepared for some muddy and slippery spots along the way.

From the waterfall, you can go back the same way or continue in the Falls Loop Trail which will bring you back to Fern Canyon Trail. I enjoy the loop because it takes you through some nice open forest sections.

There are restrooms and water at the campground. And day-use fees apply.