Waterfall Hikes Near Bethel, WA

4,220 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bethel? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bethel. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.4874°N, -122.6175°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bethel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

5 of 12 waterfalls near Bethel are flowing strongly today

Deschutes Falls Moderate Hatana Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Roaring McCauley Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Roaring Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Sun 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 67°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Bethel

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Roaring · 123 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 McKenna Falls Strong · 6 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 McCauley Falls Moderate · 3490 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bethel (1 waterfall)

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

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethel (9 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Bethel

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Hatana Falls

41.4 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethel

Are there free waterfalls near Bethel?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Bethel, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bethel?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Bethel, including Snoqualmie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bethel?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethel, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethel?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethel, including Deschutes Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bethel?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bethel is Deschutes Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bethel?

The tallest waterfall near Bethel is Snoqualmie Falls at 268 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bethel require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Bethel require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bethel?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Bethel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bethel?

The closest waterfall to Bethel is McKenna Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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