Waterfall Hikes Near Gig Harbor, WA

11,917 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gig Harbor? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gig Harbor. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.3352°N, -122.5964°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gig Harbor

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

2 of 14 waterfalls near Gig Harbor are flowing strongly today

Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Hatana Falls Low Kennedy Falls Roaring Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Roaring Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Low Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Cloudy · 65°F

Tod 64°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 65°F Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 65°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Tue 63°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Gig Harbor

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Roaring · 52 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 McKenna Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Moderate · 101 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Lilliwaup Falls Low · 206 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Low · 8 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Little Mashel Falls Low · 22 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gig Harbor (1 waterfall)

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 Gig Harbor (9 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
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Gig Harbor

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 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
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

Hatana Falls

41.4 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gig Harbor

Are there free waterfalls near Gig Harbor?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Gig Harbor, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gig Harbor?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Gig Harbor, including Snoqualmie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gig Harbor?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gig Harbor, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gig Harbor?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gig Harbor, including Chenuis Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gig Harbor?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gig Harbor is Chenuis Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gig Harbor?

The tallest waterfall near Gig Harbor is Snoqualmie Falls at 268 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Gig Harbor require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Gig Harbor require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gig Harbor?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Gig Harbor have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gig Harbor?

The closest waterfall to Gig Harbor is McKenna Falls, approximately 17.4 miles away.

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