Waterfall Hikes Near Alder, WA

124 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
62 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alder? There are 62 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alder. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.7872°N, -122.2667°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alder

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

62 of 62 gauged

1 of 62 waterfalls near Alder is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Basaltic Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Clear Creek Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Cougar Falls Moderate Fairy Falls Moderate Fish Ladder Falls Moderate Grant Purcell Falls Moderate Jennings Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Maple Falls Moderate Margaret Falls Moderate Marie Falls Moderate Martha Falls Moderate Mary Belle Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Saint Johns Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wauhaukaupauken Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Trixie Falls Moderate Tato Falls Moderate Sylvia Falls Moderate Sunbeam Falls Moderate Stafford Falls Moderate Sluiskin Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Low Harmony Falls Low Curly Creek Falls Low Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Partly Sunny
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Alder

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Roaring · 842 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Christine Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Jennings Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Madcap Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Maple Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Margaret Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 59th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alder (9 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alder (26 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 62 Waterfalls Near Alder

Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alder

Are there free waterfalls near Alder?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Alder, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alder?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Alder, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alder?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alder, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alder?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alder, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alder?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alder is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Alder?

The tallest waterfall near Alder is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Alder require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Alder require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alder?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Alder have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alder?

The closest waterfall to Alder is Little Mashel Falls, approximately 3.3 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Alder, Washington

Green River Soda Spring

20.1 mi 86°F

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Longmire Mineral Springs

Longmire Mineral Springs

20.9 mi 77°F

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Mt Rainier Fumaroles

Mt Rainier Fumaroles

24.7 mi 162°F

Mount Rainier fumaroles reach 162 degrees at 14,217 feet elevation, emerging 154.8 degrees above ambient at Washington's highes...
Mt St Helens Fumaroles

Mt St Helens Fumaroles

31.7 mi 190°F

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Ohanapecosh Hot Springs

Ohanapecosh Hot Springs

32.2 mi 122°F

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Packwood Hot Spring

34.1 mi 100°F

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