Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar, WA

33 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
59 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cougar? There are 59 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cougar. 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 46.0493°N, -122.3034°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cougar

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 59 gauged

2 of 57 waterfalls near Cougar are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Low Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Roaring Harmony Falls Roaring Crooked Creek Falls Barely Flowing Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Langfield Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The 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 Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Low Lucia Falls Low Moulton Falls Low Salmon Falls Low Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Low Warren Creek Falls Low Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Low Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel 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 Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Low Twin Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Mon 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 72°F Sunny
Wed 69°F Partly Sunny
Thu 73°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cougar

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Harmony Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Cowlitz Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Willamette Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Beaver Falls Moderate · 186000 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Marietta Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar (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.

Kalama Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cougar (49 waterfalls)

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

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 59 Waterfalls Near Cougar

Kalama Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

39.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

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

Salmon Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

9.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harmony Falls waterfall

Harmony Falls

46.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

12.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

32.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

23.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

47.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

2.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Little Niagara Falls waterfall

Little Niagara Falls

3.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Langfield Falls waterfall

Langfield Falls

6.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

29.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cougar

Are there free waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cougar?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Cougar, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cougar?

There are 49 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 50 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cougar, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cougar?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cougar is Beaver Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cougar?

The tallest waterfall near Cougar is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cougar require permits?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Cougar require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cougar?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Cougar have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cougar?

The closest waterfall to Cougar is Kalama Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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