Nooksack Falls Trail

The Nooksack Falls Trail at Mt. Baker National Forest near Glacier, Washington is an easy 0.1-mile out-and-back walk that leads to the 88-foot tall waterfall, Nooksack Falls.

Explore Nooksack Falls

This very short trail begins along the south side of Wells Creek Road near Glacier, Washington and leads downhill to reach a viewpoint of the scenic 88-foot tall Nooksack Falls. At the end of the trail, you'll find a fence line that surround super-steep cliffs, which exist for your own safety. Always stay on the safe side of the fence for your own protection as several people have accidentally died here as they went "too far" onto unstable terrain on these cliffs. From the edge of the fence, you'll find a view of the upper half of Nooksack Falls as it plummets over an 88-foot tall cliff in the North Fork Nooksack River. No matter where you stand at the lookout, you will not be able to view the entire cascade without using an extendable cellphone stick, but regardless the sheer power of the waterfall is a sight to behold and well worth a visit. When you're done exploring the waterfall, the walk back to parking is easy. Before you leave, you might want to take a short walk under the Wells Creek Road bridge to get an upstream view of the North Fork Nooksack River as it provides additional scenery.

Parking

Visitors will find a large parking turnout at the coordinates provided, located on the north side of Wells Creek Road near Glacier, Washington. The turnout is large enough to fit a couple dozen vehicles as of June 2025.

Pets

Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.

Warning

Cliffs: This trail leads out to cliffs with sheer drop-offs. Always stay on-trail at all times and do not cross the fence line for your own safety. People have died here by accident while attempting to get a better view of the waterfall. The best view is from the trail, despite maybe not being able to see the entirety of the cascade's full height.

Strong currents: Note that while the scenery of the Nooksack River, above Nooksack Falls, may be pretty, it can also be deadly. Stay out of the river upstream of the waterfall to ensure your own safety. One false move upstream would ultimately send you down and over the 88-foot tall waterfall, likely to your death.