Waterfall Hikes Near Nanaimo, BC

84,905 residents
58 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nanaimo? There are 58 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Nanaimo. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 49.1500°N, -123.9167°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nanaimo

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

58 of 58 gauged

58 waterfalls near Nanaimo have live flow data today

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Updated about 1 hour ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Cloudy · 22°F

Tod 30°F Cloudy
Tue 32°F Cloudy
Wed 27°F Cloudy
Thu 26°F Cloudy
Fri 22°F Cloudy Best
Sat 17°F Light Drizzle
Sun 16°F Light Drizzle

Flowing best right now near Nanaimo

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Knarston Waterfall Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 49th percentile
  2. 2 Ammonite Falls Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 49th percentile
  3. 3 Granny Falls Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 49th percentile
  4. 4 Sandcut Falls Moderate · 0.0 m³/s 38th percentile
  5. 5 West Leech Falls Moderate · 0.0 m³/s 38th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Nanaimo Falls Moderate · 0.8 m³/s 29th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nanaimo (29 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Granny Falls waterfall

Granny Falls

16.8 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.0 km 12 m

All 58 Waterfalls Near Nanaimo

Granny Falls waterfall

Granny Falls

16.8 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.0 km 12 m
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

60.4 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
5.5 km Unknown
Christie Falls waterfall

Christie Falls

13.4 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
6.3 km 131 m
Ammonite Falls waterfall

Ammonite Falls

British Columbia
Moderate
4.8 km 203 m
Crystal Falls waterfall

Crystal Falls

18.8 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
6.6 km 184 m

Knarston Waterfall

British Columbia
Moderate
4.0 km 135 m

Upper Banon Creek Falls

8.7 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
9.8 km 405 m
Stocking Creek Falls waterfall

Stocking Creek Falls

25 km away
British Columbia
Easy
2.4 km 29 m

Bonnel Falls

10.9 km away
British Columbia
Easy
2.1 km 61 m

Lower Banon Creek Falls

30.2 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.9 km 30 m

Homesite Creek Falls

15.9 km away
British Columbia
Easy
3.1 km 49 m
Skutz Falls waterfall

Skutz Falls

77.8 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
6.9 km 142 m
Englishman River Falls waterfall

Englishman River Falls

36.7 km away
In Englishman River Falls Park
British Columbia
Easy
1.8 km 46 m
Englishman River Upper Falls waterfall

Englishman River Upper Falls

36.7 km away
In Englishman River Falls Park
British Columbia
Easy
1.8 km 50 m
Englishman River Lower Falls waterfall

Englishman River Lower Falls

3.9 km away
In Englishman River Falls Park
British Columbia
Easy
0.6 km Unknown
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

62.6 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.1 km 22 m
Burnett Falls waterfall

Burnett Falls

British Columbia
Easy
0.6 km 35 m

Upper Nanaimo Falls

40.1 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Roberts Creek Waterfall waterfall

Roberts Creek Waterfall

74.3 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.8 km 48 m
Robertson River Falls waterfall

Robertson River Falls

43 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
8.2 km 150 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nanaimo

Are there free waterfalls near Nanaimo?

There are 58 free waterfalls near Nanaimo, including 30-Foot Pool.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nanaimo?

There are 29 easy waterfall hikes near Nanaimo, including Bonnel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nanaimo?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nanaimo, including Englishman River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nanaimo?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nanaimo is 30-Foot Pool at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nanaimo?

The tallest waterfall near Nanaimo is Niagara Falls at 48 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nanaimo?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Nanaimo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nanaimo?

The closest waterfall to Nanaimo is Granny Falls, approximately 4.2 km away.

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