Scenic Views · Fishing · British Columbia
A powerful waterfall on Spectrum Creek in Monashee Provincial Park, east of Sugar Lake near Cherryville, BC. A short walk to two viewing platforms, but getting there means a long drive on logging roads.
Rainbow Falls pours down a rock face on Spectrum Creek, surrounded by old cedar and hemlock rainforest in Monashee Provincial Park. Reviewers love the size and power of it, and one who scrambled behind the curtain of water came out soaked.
From the small parking area, a short trail with boardwalks and rocky steps leads to two viewing platforms, one over the creek below the falls and one closer to the spray. It's easy, though a few narrow and steep spots may bother people nervous of heights. A tougher climb goes above the falls, and the same trailhead leads on to Spectrum Lake.
Getting there is the challenge. It's a long drive from Cherryville past Sugar Lake on narrow gravel forest service roads that are active logging roads. Most cars manage in summer, but passing is tricky and there's no cell service. Reviewers warn that map apps can send you to the wrong spot, so follow the park signs.
There's a pit toilet and a small lot. Anglers can fish in Monashee Park with a BC licence, mainly for rainbow trout in Spectrum and Peters lakes. Wet roots and platforms get slippery, so wear shoes with good grip.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 53 Google reviews. Conditions and rules change — check current park, access and fishing regulations before you go.
