Waterfall Hikes Near Carson, WA

2,349 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
68 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carson? There are 68 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carson. 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 45.7354°N, -121.8219°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

66 of 68 gauged

2 of 66 waterfalls near Carson are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Low Castile Falls Moderate Crooked Creek Falls Moderate Celilo Falls (historical) Low Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Moderate Falls Creek Falls Moderate Langfield Falls Moderate Cushing Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Elowah Falls Moderate Metlako Falls Moderate Moffett Falls Moderate Punch Bowl Falls Moderate Wahe Falls Moderate Wahclella Falls Moderate Tanner Creek Falls Moderate Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Hardy Falls Low Rodney Falls Low Shipherd Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Moderate Lancaster Falls Moderate Punchbowl Falls Moderate Warren Creek Falls Moderate Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Low Loowit Falls Low Lower Falls Low Middle Falls Low Paradise Falls Low Upper Falls Low Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Roaring Yocum Falls Roaring Twin Falls Moderate The Dalles (historical) Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 60°F

Tod 58°F Rain Showers
Thu 63°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 58°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 52°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 60°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 68°F Sunny
Tue 70°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carson (16 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 Carson (51 waterfalls)

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

Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Metlako Falls waterfall

Metlako Falls

47.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

47.7 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

47.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft

All 68 Waterfalls Near Carson

Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Metlako Falls waterfall

Metlako Falls

47.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

47.7 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

47.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahclella Falls waterfall

Wahclella Falls

32.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Tanner Creek Falls waterfall

Tanner Creek Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wahe Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moffett Falls waterfall

Moffett Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Wah Gwin Gwin Falls waterfall

Wah Gwin Gwin Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rodney Falls waterfall

Rodney Falls

31.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 850 ft
Hardy Falls waterfall

Hardy Falls

30.9 miles away
Washington
Hard
7.5 miles 2,000 ft
Elowah Falls waterfall

Elowah Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 280 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

12.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

23.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
Oneonta Falls waterfall

Oneonta Falls

15.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carson

Are there free waterfalls near Carson?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Carson, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carson?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Carson, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carson?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carson, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carson?

There are 51 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carson, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Carson?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Carson, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carson is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carson?

The tallest waterfall near Carson is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Carson require permits?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Carson require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carson?

Yes, 68 waterfalls near Carson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carson?

The closest waterfall to Carson is Shipherd Falls, approximately 0.8 miles away.

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