Waterfall Hikes Near Covington, WA

20,814 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
64 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Covington? There are 64 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Covington. 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 47.3667°N, -122.1045°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Covington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

64 of 64 gauged

1 of 64 waterfalls near Covington is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Basaltic Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Cougar Falls Moderate Fairy Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Maple Falls Moderate Margaret Falls Moderate Marie Falls Moderate Martha Falls Moderate Mary Belle Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Saint Johns Falls Moderate Wauhaukaupauken Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Trixie Falls Moderate Tato Falls Moderate Sylvia Falls Moderate Sunbeam Falls Moderate Sluiskin Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Low Keekwulee Falls Low Snowshoe Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Moderate Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Strong Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny
Mon 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 77°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Covington

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Strong · 842 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Ipsut Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Chenuis Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Ranger Falls Moderate · 307 cfs 74th percentile
  5. 5 Madcap Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Maple Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Covington (5 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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Covington (29 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 64 Waterfalls Near Covington

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

41.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

41.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

14.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

14 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

42.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

15.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

45.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

45.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

26.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

31.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

32.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

32.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

4.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Covington

Are there free waterfalls near Covington?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Covington, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Covington?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Covington, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Covington?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Covington, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Covington?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near Covington, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Covington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Covington is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Covington?

The tallest waterfall near Covington is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Covington require permits?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Covington require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Covington?

Yes, 63 waterfalls near Covington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Covington?

The closest waterfall to Covington is Victor Falls, approximately 14.1 miles away.

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