Growing up in Colville, one of my favorite places to visit was Douglass Falls.  I remember being barely old enough to walk, clambering up the steep trails after a day of fun playing at the falls.  And then there was the time my cousin was goofing off and slid down the rocks at the side of the falls.  That sure looked like it hurt!

Douglass Falls Grange Park was gifted to the state by a private landowner and is still maintained by the state.  In addition to the beautiful falls, there is a baseball field, multiple campsites and some small hiking trails.  Kids love being able to walk across a swaying wooden bridge and play in the shallow pool near the falls.  Even our dogs get overcome with excitement when they see where we are.Douglass Falls is fed by Mill Creek, which is one of the larger creeks in the area.  There are some small fish but nothing worth dropping a line for.  Occasionally, there are warnings for cougars and rattlesnakes, but I have never encountered either.

The campground and park is closed during the off season, but during the summer there is a resident camp host to answer questions and help out.  There are several water spigots and restrooms available, so it makes a great place to get away for the weekend or for a picnic.

My favorite thing to do is bring a cold dinner, eat it at a picnic table and then explore around the creek and falls.  Most of the creek is shallow enough for toddlers to wade in without worrying about being swept away, but you do need to be careful in some of the deeper areas.

If you find yourself in the area, it is worth the 5 mile trip from town to take a look at this beautiful falls.  Make sure you have your Discover Pass, they check pretty regularly here.