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

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Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

52 waterfalls near Elk Plain have live flow data today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Low Harmony Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Sunny Best

Tue 82°F Partly Sunny

Wed 69°F Chance Light Rain

Thu 65°F Mostly Sunny

Fri 61°F Chance Light Rain

Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain

Sun 65°F Partly Sunny

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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

Victor Falls

12.6 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

16.8 miles away

Washington

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away

Washington

Moderate

5.3 miles 600 ft

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

14.8 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Elk Plain

Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

46.6 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

3.8 miles 1,250 ft

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

23.4 miles away

Washington

Moderate

6.5 miles 500 ft

Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

49.3 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Drive Up

0.1 miles 20 ft

Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

11.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

12.3 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

41.9 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.0 miles 500 ft

Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

48.9 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

37.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

37.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

38.1 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

5.5 miles 1,700 ft

Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

38.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

3.5 miles 700 ft

Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

1.5 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Margaret Falls waterfall

Margaret Falls

49.2 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wauhaukaupauken Falls waterfall

Wauhaukaupauken Falls

0.9 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

McKenna Falls waterfall

McKenna Falls

40.7 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Trixie Falls waterfall

Trixie Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Basaltic Falls waterfall

Basaltic Falls

2.4 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Martha Falls waterfall

Martha Falls

8.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Mary Belle Falls waterfall

Mary Belle Falls

0.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elk Plain

Are there free waterfalls near Elk Plain?

There are 11 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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