Waterfall Hikes Near Chelan, WA

4,269 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chelan? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chelan. 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 47.8415°N, -120.0262°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chelan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 12 gauged

2 of 11 waterfalls near Chelan are flowing strongly today

Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Domke Falls Barely Flowing Drury Falls Barely Flowing Entiat Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing White River Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Foggy Dew Falls Barely Flowing Martin Falls Roaring Preston Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Roaring

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 76°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 73°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Ind 78°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Chelan

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls Roaring · 13 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Martin Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Foggy Dew Falls Barely Flowing · 1620 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing · 1920 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Domke Falls Barely Flowing · 1920 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Drury Falls Barely Flowing · 447 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chelan (2 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.

Foggy Dew Falls

34.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

34.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
3.0 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chelan (6 waterfalls)

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

Entiat Falls waterfall

Entiat Falls

37.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Domke Falls waterfall

Domke Falls

45.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Chelan

Preston Falls waterfall

Preston Falls

26.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Foggy Dew Falls

34.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

34.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
3.0 miles 300 ft
Entiat Falls waterfall

Entiat Falls

37.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Domke Falls waterfall

Domke Falls

45.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Martin Falls waterfall

Martin Falls

43.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Drury Falls

29.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

20.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

37.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

15.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft
Summer Falls waterfall

Summer Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chelan

Are there free waterfalls near Chelan?

There is 1 free waterfall near Chelan, including Drury Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chelan?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Chelan, including Foggy Dew Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chelan?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chelan, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chelan?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chelan, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chelan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chelan is Bridal Veil Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chelan?

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

Do any waterfalls near Chelan require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Chelan require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chelan?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Chelan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chelan?

The closest waterfall to Chelan is Preston Falls, approximately 19.2 miles away.

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