Waterfall Hikes Near Castle Rock, WA

2,624 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Castle Rock? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Castle Rock. 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 46.2708°N, -122.9050°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Castle Rock

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

4 of 25 waterfalls near Castle Rock are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Low Fishhawk Falls Low Gnat Creek Falls Low Youngs River Falls Low Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Roaring Jackson Falls Roaring Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Low Harmony Falls Low Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Willapa Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Low Paradise Falls Low Lower Kalama River Falls Strong Marietta Falls Strong Mima Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Slight Chance Rain Showers · 66°F

Fri 66°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers Best
Tue 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 69°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Castle Rock

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bonnie Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Marietta Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Kalama River Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Moulton Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Castle Rock (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.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Castle Rock (18 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Castle Rock

Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

46.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Castle Rock

Are there free waterfalls near Castle Rock?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Castle Rock, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Castle Rock?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Castle Rock, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Castle Rock?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Castle Rock, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Castle Rock?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Castle Rock, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Castle Rock?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Castle Rock, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Castle Rock?

The shortest waterfall hike near Castle Rock is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Castle Rock?

The tallest waterfall near Castle Rock is Youngs River Falls at 54 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Castle Rock require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Castle Rock?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Castle Rock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Castle Rock?

The closest waterfall to Castle Rock is Cedar Creek Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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