Waterfall Hikes Near Goldendale, WA

3,448 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Goldendale? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Goldendale. 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 45.8192°N, -120.8233°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Goldendale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 19 gauged

1 of 18 waterfalls near Goldendale is flowing strongly today

Castile Falls Barely Flowing Crooked Creek Falls Barely Flowing Celestial Falls Barely Flowing White River Falls Barely Flowing Celilo Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Cushing Falls Strong Dry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Logy Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Tumwater Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Barely Flowing Punchbowl Falls Barely Flowing Warren Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing The Dalles (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Wed 59°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 63°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 60°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 57°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 62°F Sunny
Mon 68°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny Best

Find waterfalls to hike near Goldendale

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Goldendale (4 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.

Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

8.1 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

7.8 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Outlet Falls waterfall

Outlet Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Goldendale (11 waterfalls)

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

Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

29.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.4 miles 700 ft
Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

45.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Goldendale

Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

8.1 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Dry Creek Falls waterfall

Dry Creek Falls

29.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.4 miles 700 ft
Tumwater Falls waterfall

Tumwater Falls

45.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

7.8 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Logy Creek Falls

25.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Outlet Falls waterfall

Outlet Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
The Dalles (historical) waterfall

The Dalles (historical)

18.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

31.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherars Falls waterfall

Sherars Falls

43.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wah Gwin Gwin Falls waterfall

Wah Gwin Gwin Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Castile Falls

38.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

37.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

39.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft
Crooked Creek Falls waterfall

Crooked Creek Falls

42.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

12.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Goldendale

Are there free waterfalls near Goldendale?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Goldendale, including Castile Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Goldendale?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Goldendale, including Celilo Falls (historical).

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Goldendale?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Goldendale, including Castile Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Goldendale?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Goldendale, including Castile Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Goldendale?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Goldendale, including Punchbowl Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Goldendale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Goldendale is Castile Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Goldendale?

The tallest waterfall near Goldendale is Wah Gwin Gwin Falls at 208 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Goldendale require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Goldendale?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Goldendale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Goldendale?

The closest waterfall to Goldendale is Celilo Falls (historical), approximately 14.9 miles away.

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