Waterfall Hikes Near Carnation, WA

2,515 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carnation? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carnation. 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 47.6443°N, -121.9040°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carnation

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

1 of 52 waterfalls near Carnation 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 Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Deception Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Asbestos Falls Low North Fork Falls Low Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Tato 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 Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Drury Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Low Keekwulee Falls Low Snowshoe Falls Low Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Strong Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sunday Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tod 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 80°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Carnation

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Strong · 842 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Ipsut Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Ranger Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Chenuis Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  5. 5 Madcap Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Nahunta Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carnation (6 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

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

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

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

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

Olney Falls

38.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

11.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Carnation

Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

31.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deception Falls waterfall

Deception Falls

49.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

42.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sunday Falls waterfall

Sunday Falls

40.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

31.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

4.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
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
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

32.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

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

Asbestos Falls

40 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

25.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

2.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

McKenna Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carnation

Are there free waterfalls near Carnation?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Carnation, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carnation?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Carnation, including Asbestos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carnation?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carnation, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carnation?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carnation, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carnation?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Carnation?

The tallest waterfall near Carnation is Drury Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Carnation require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Carnation require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carnation?

Yes, 51 waterfalls near Carnation have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carnation?

The closest waterfall to Carnation is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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