Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn, WA

85,623 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
54 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn? There are 54 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Auburn. 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 47.3039°N, -122.2108°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Auburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

54 of 54 gauged

1 of 54 waterfalls near Auburn is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Moderate Alice Falls Moderate Cress Falls Moderate Garda Falls Moderate Van Horn Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Pearl Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Low Ipsut Falls Low Ranger Falls Low Deschutes Falls Strong Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low Twin Falls Low Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tod 75°F Partly Sunny
Mon 80°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Auburn

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Strong · 5 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Deschutes Falls Moderate · 761 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 64th percentile
  4. 4 Affi Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Alice Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Cress Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn (5 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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

18.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Auburn (23 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

15.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

37.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

34.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

20 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

All 54 Waterfalls Near Auburn

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

15.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

37.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

34.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

18.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

20 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

23 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

23.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

24.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McCauley Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

McKenna Falls

46.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

41.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

35.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

37.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

37.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

29.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Auburn

Are there free waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Auburn, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Auburn?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Auburn, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Auburn?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Auburn?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Auburn?

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

Do any waterfalls near Auburn require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Auburn require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Auburn?

Yes, 53 waterfalls near Auburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Auburn?

The closest waterfall to Auburn is Victor Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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