Waterfall Hikes Near Bow, WA

357 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bow? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bow. 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 48.5613°N, -122.4077°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bow

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

5 of 43 waterfalls near Bow are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Strong Cascade Falls Strong Cavern Falls Strong Hidden Falls Strong Rustic Falls Strong Hard Scrabble Falls Moderate Mazama Falls Moderate Nooksack Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Watt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Frosst Creek Waterfall Barely Flowing Liumchen Falls Barely Flowing Goose Lake Falls Low Mike Falls Low Menzies Falls Low Gold Creek Upper Falls Low Viking Falls Low North Allouette River Falls Low Anderson Creek Waterfalls Low Upper Quarry Falls Low Lower Quarry Falls Low Cliff Falls Moderate Rocky Point Falls Moderate Rockwell Falls Moderate Whispering Falls Moderate Lower Kanaka Falls Moderate Upper Kanaka Falls Moderate Rolley Falls Moderate Fiddlehead Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Low McDonald Falls Low Steelhead Falls Low Cascade Falls Low Hidden Falls Low Sally Falls Low Cascade Falls Natural Waterslide Low Paradise Falls Low McKay Creek Falls Low Devon Falls Low Lyall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Artificial Waterfall Moderate Stapley Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny · 66°F

Sun 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny Best
Mon 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 63°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 62°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 62°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 63°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bow

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Boulder Falls Strong · 823 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Strong · 1 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Cavern Falls Strong · 1 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Hidden Falls Strong · 1 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Rustic Falls Strong · 1 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Artificial Waterfall Moderate · 13 cfs 63rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bow (13 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.

Hard Scrabble Falls

12.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rustic Falls waterfall

Rustic Falls

34.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Devon Falls waterfall

Devon Falls

43.5 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.1 km 73 m

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bow (8 waterfalls)

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

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

27.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cavern Falls waterfall

Cavern Falls

34.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Bow

Hard Scrabble Falls

12.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

27.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cavern Falls waterfall

Cavern Falls

34.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rustic Falls waterfall

Rustic Falls

34.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Devon Falls waterfall

Devon Falls

43.5 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.1 km 73 m
Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

44 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
0.6 km 50 m

Lower Kanaka Falls

56 km away
In Kanaka Creek Regional Park
British Columbia
Moderate
5.0 km 235 m
McKay Creek Falls waterfall

McKay Creek Falls

46.8 km away
British Columbia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

4.5 km away
British Columbia
Easy
3.1 km 75 m

Rolley Falls

0.9 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.0 km Unknown

Upper Kanaka Falls

5.7 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
5.0 km 235 m

Rockwell Falls

53.2 km away
British Columbia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Whispering Falls

24.6 km away
British Columbia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Artificial Waterfall waterfall

Artificial Waterfall

64.3 km away
British Columbia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Cliff Falls waterfall

Cliff Falls

7.6 km away
In Kanaka Creek Regional Park
British Columbia
Easy
4.0 km Unknown
Fiddlehead Falls waterfall

Fiddlehead Falls

54.6 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
1.3 km 46 m

Frosst Creek Waterfall

51.5 km away
British Columbia
Easy
1.0 km Unknown
Mike Falls waterfall

Mike Falls

4 km away
In Golden Ears Park
British Columbia
Easy
3.4 km 60 m

Menzies Falls

80.1 km away
In Golden Ears Park
British Columbia
Easy
4.8 km 144 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bow

Are there free waterfalls near Bow?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Bow, including Anderson Creek Waterfalls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bow?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Bow, including Artificial Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bow?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bow, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bow?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bow, including Boulder Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bow?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bow is Artificial Waterfall at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bow?

The tallest waterfall near Bow is Stapley Creek Falls at 164 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bow require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bow requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bow?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Bow have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bow?

The closest waterfall to Bow is Hard Scrabble Falls, approximately 17.2 miles away.

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