Waterfall Hikes Near Dayton, WA

2,763 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dayton? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dayton. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.3168°N, -117.9767°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dayton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Dayton is flowing strongly today

Hompegg Falls Strong Lookingglass Falls Moderate Palouse Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Low Towell Falls Low tíkem Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Cloudy
Mon 71°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 76°F Partly Sunny
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Dayton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hompegg Falls Strong · 50 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Lookingglass Falls Moderate · 345 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 tíkem Falls Moderate · 1150 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Palouse Falls Low · 85 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Rock Creek Falls Low · 85 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Towell Falls Low · 85 cfs 11th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dayton (3 waterfalls)

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

Palouse Falls waterfall

Palouse Falls

42 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Towell Falls waterfall

Towell Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Dayton

Hompegg Falls

27 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Palouse Falls waterfall

Palouse Falls

42 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lookingglass Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
tíkem Falls waterfall

tíkem Falls

36.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Towell Falls waterfall

Towell Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dayton

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dayton?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dayton, including Palouse Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dayton?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dayton, including Palouse Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dayton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dayton is Hompegg Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dayton?

The tallest waterfall near Dayton is Palouse Falls at 198 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Dayton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Dayton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dayton?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Dayton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dayton?

The closest waterfall to Dayton is Hompegg Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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