Waterfall Hikes Near Ellensburg, WA

19,003 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ellensburg? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ellensburg. 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 46.9999°N, -120.5475°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ellensburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Ellensburg have live flow data today

Devil Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing West Quartz Creek Falls Barely Flowing Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Drury Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 15 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 72°F Sunny
Tue 71°F Sunny
Wed 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Ellensburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Devil Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 112 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 112 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 West Quartz Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 112 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 112 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Drury Falls Barely Flowing · 500 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ellensburg (4 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Devil Creek Falls waterfall

Devil Creek Falls

14.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

West Quartz Creek Falls

12.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Union Creek Falls

46.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Ellensburg

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Devil Creek Falls waterfall

Devil Creek Falls

14.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

West Quartz Creek Falls

12.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Union Creek Falls

46.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Drury Falls

29.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ellensburg

Are there free waterfalls near Ellensburg?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Ellensburg, including Devil Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ellensburg?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ellensburg, including Devil Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellensburg?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellensburg, including Devil Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ellensburg?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ellensburg is Devil Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ellensburg?

The tallest waterfall near Ellensburg is Drury Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ellensburg require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ellensburg?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Ellensburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ellensburg?

The closest waterfall to Ellensburg is Horsetail Falls, approximately 23.9 miles away.

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