Waterfall Hikes Near Chinook, WA

447 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chinook? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chinook. 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 46.2755°N, -123.9425°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chinook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

8 of 11 waterfalls near Chinook are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Roaring Fishhawk Falls Roaring Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Youngs River Falls Roaring Beaver Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Moderate Willapa Falls Moderate Kilchis Falls Strong Little Falls Strong Nehalem Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 64°F

Sun 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 62°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 60°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 61°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 62°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 64°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Chinook

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Barth Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Fishhawk Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Gnat Creek Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Youngs River Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Fisk Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Willapa Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chinook (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.

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

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

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chinook (8 waterfalls)

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

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Chinook

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

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

Nehalem Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 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

Kilchis Falls

15 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chinook

Are there free waterfalls near Chinook?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Chinook, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chinook?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Chinook, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chinook?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chinook, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chinook?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chinook, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chinook?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chinook?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Chinook?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chinook?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Chinook has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chinook?

The closest waterfall to Chinook is Youngs River Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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