Waterfall Hikes Near Carson, WA

2,349 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carson? There are 69 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

67 of 69 gauged

2 of 67 waterfalls near Carson are flowing strongly today

Celilo Falls (historical) Strong Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Langfield Falls Barely Flowing Cushing Falls Low Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Barely Flowing Punchbowl Falls Barely Flowing Warren Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing 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 Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Moderate The Dalles (historical) Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Wed 75°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Areas Of Smoke
Fri 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Carson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Celilo Falls (historical) Roaring · 3940 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 The Dalles (historical) Strong · 751 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Moderate · 368 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Jennings Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Lancaster Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 63rd percentile
  6. 6 Punchbowl Falls Moderate · 213 cfs 63rd percentile

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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

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

Lancaster Falls

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

Warren Creek Falls

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

Metlako Falls

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

Tunnel Falls

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

Punch Bowl Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Carson

Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

39.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

10.8 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

10.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kalama Falls

25.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Outlet Falls waterfall

Outlet Falls

20.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

39.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jennings Falls waterfall

Jennings Falls

25.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Castile Falls

35.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 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, 69 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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