Waterfall Hikes Near Central Park, WA

3,416 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central Park? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Central Park. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.9705°N, -123.7018°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Central Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Central Park is flowing strongly today

Fisk Falls Moderate Willapa Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Moderate Service Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Sun 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 63°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 61°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 62°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Ind 68°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Central Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Fisk Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Willapa Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Mima Falls Moderate · 457 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing · 203 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Service Falls Barely Flowing · 549 cfs 4th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Central Park (2 waterfalls)

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

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Central Park

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Service Falls waterfall

Service Falls

39.8 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Central Park

Are there free waterfalls near Central Park?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Central Park, including Fisk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Central Park?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central Park, including Kennedy Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Park?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Park, including Kennedy Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Central Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Central Park is Fisk Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Central Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Central Park?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Central Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Central Park?

The closest waterfall to Central Park is Mima Falls, approximately 28.9 miles away.

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