Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar, WA

33 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cougar? There are 57 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

56 of 57 gauged

56 waterfalls near Cougar have live flow data today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Barely Flowing 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 Low Harmony Falls Low 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 Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing 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 Willamette Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 70°F

Tod 59°F Partly Sunny
Mon 70°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 62°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 60°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 57°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 56°F Chance Light Rain

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar (15 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

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Moulton Falls

2.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cougar (47 waterfalls)

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

Washboard Falls waterfall

Washboard Falls

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

Curly Creek Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Cougar

Kalama Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Loowit Falls

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

Moulton Falls

2.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Washboard Falls waterfall

Washboard Falls

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

Curly Creek Falls

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

Lucia Falls

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

Salmon Falls

3.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Harmony Falls

42.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

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

Paradise Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Falls Creek Falls

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

Middle Falls

Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

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

Upper Falls

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

Little Niagara Falls

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

Langfield Falls

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

Latourell Falls

15.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cougar

Are there free waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cougar?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Cougar, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cougar?

There are 47 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 48 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, 14 waterfalls near Cougar require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cougar?

Yes, 50 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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