Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Lewis, WA

13,440 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Lewis? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Lewis. 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 47.0955°N, -122.5674°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Lewis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near Fort Lewis have live flow data today

Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Tato 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 Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 67°F

Aft 69°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 65°F Light Rain Likely
Sat 67°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 67°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Fort Lewis

Updated 40 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 49th percentile
  2. 2 Deschutes Falls Moderate · 774 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Lilliwaup Falls Low · 206 cfs 19th percentile
  4. 4 Cedar Creek Falls Low · 590 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Victor Falls Low · 976 cfs 17th percentile
  6. 6 Wildcat Falls Low · 8 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Lewis (2 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 Fort Lewis (10 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 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
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Fort Lewis

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
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

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

Comet Falls

26.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

27.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Lewis

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Lewis?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Fort Lewis, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Lewis?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Lewis, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Lewis?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Lewis, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Lewis?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Lewis, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Lewis?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Lewis is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Lewis?

The tallest waterfall near Fort Lewis is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fort Lewis require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fort Lewis require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Lewis?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Fort Lewis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Lewis?

The closest waterfall to Fort Lewis is Victor Falls, approximately 18.8 miles away.

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