Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Plain, WA

14,224 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elk Plain? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elk Plain. 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 47.0425°N, -122.3663°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elk Plain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

52 waterfalls near Elk Plain have live flow data today

Basaltic Falls Low Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Cougar Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Maple Falls Low Margaret Falls Low Marie Falls Low Martha Falls Low Mary Belle Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Narada Falls Low Saint Johns Falls Low Silver Falls Low Wauhaukaupauken Falls Low Washington Cascades Low Twin Falls Low Trixie Falls Low Tato Falls Low Sylvia Falls Low Sunbeam Falls Low Stafford Falls Low Sluiskin Falls Low Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Pearl Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Barely Flowing Harmony Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Low Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Chance Light Rain · 70°F

Aft 70°F Chance Light Rain Best
Fri 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 65°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 65°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Elk Plain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Moderate · 1050 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Cedar Creek Falls Moderate · 612 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Madcap Falls Low · 1090 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Maple Falls Low · 1090 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Margaret Falls Low · 1090 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elk Plain (6 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elk Plain (18 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Elk Plain

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

28.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

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

Ethania Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

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

Cress Falls

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

Denman Falls

33.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

37.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

25.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elk Plain

Are there free waterfalls near Elk Plain?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Elk Plain, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elk Plain?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Elk Plain, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elk Plain?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elk Plain, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Plain?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elk Plain, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elk Plain?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Elk Plain?

The tallest waterfall near Elk Plain is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Elk Plain require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Elk Plain require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elk Plain?

Yes, 49 waterfalls near Elk Plain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elk Plain?

The closest waterfall to Elk Plain is Victor Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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