DOUGAN FALLS
   Skamania County, Washington

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Dougan Falls is the final major waterfall along the Washougal River (not counting 8-foot tall Salmon Falls). The falls occur where the river widens to over 100 feet and crashes 19 feet sideways into a narrow trough. The falls are easily seen from multiple roadside vistas. Below the falls is a deep blue pool, ideal for swimming on a hot summer day. Picnic tables and pit toilets are provided in the day use area on the far side of the bridge. Good place to bring the kids for a day outing. If you are lucky, and come at the right time of the year, you may see kayakers running the falls.

HISTORY AND NAMING INFORMATION

• DOUGAN FALLS is the Official name of this waterfall.

LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS

Driving east from Washougal towards Stevenson along Highway 14, turn north on Salmon Falls Road (10 miles west of Bridge of the Gods or 3 miles east of Cape Horn) and follow it for 3 miles to Washougal River Road. Turn right and follow Washougal River Road for 5 miles to Dougan Falls at the end of the pavement.

DOUGAN FALLS is shown in the center. The 10 closest waterfalls are shown as transparent icons. Click any icon or see the list below for more information.

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