Waterfall Hikes Near Elma, WA

3,426 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elma? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elma. 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 47.0055°N, -123.4112°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elma

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Elma have live flow data today

Hatana Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Mima Falls Low Service Falls Low

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 80°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Partly Sunny
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Elma

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Lilliwaup Falls Moderate · 124 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Kennedy Falls Low · 35 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Mima Falls Low · 249 cfs 16th percentile
  4. 4 Service Falls Low · 284 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Fisk Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

9.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Elma

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

9.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

28.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

22.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

40.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatana Falls

28.9 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

29.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Service Falls waterfall

Service Falls

45.7 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elma

Are there free waterfalls near Elma?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Elma, including Fisk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elma?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elma, including Gnat Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elma?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elma, including Gnat Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elma?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elma is Fisk Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Elma require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elma?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Elma have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elma?

The closest waterfall to Elma is Kennedy Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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