Waterfall Hikes Near Hayden Lake, ID

770 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

From Hayden Lake the falls run in two directions. North toward Priest River country you get Albeni Falls, visible without leaving the car, with McAbee and Torrelle up the same stretch of highway. East in the Coeur d'Alene River drainage, Shadow Falls is an easy half mile and Fern Falls goes 2.5 miles with 400 feet of climb. Mission Falls works hardest of the group, 3 miles and 500 feet. Eight falls total, and most of the ones with trails take dogs.

Located at 47.7639°N, -116.7559°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hayden Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Partly Sunny · 61°F

Fri 51°F Partly Sunny
Sat 61°F Partly Sunny Best
Sun 54°F Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 52°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 55°F Chance Light Rain
Vet 60°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 59°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Hayden Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical) Roaring · 2250 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Nine Mile Falls Roaring · 2310 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Albeni Falls Moderate · 21300 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Fern Falls Barely Flowing · 77 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Shadow Falls Barely Flowing · 77 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Mission Falls Barely Flowing · 90 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hayden Lake (3 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.

27.6 miles away
Idaho
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
30.6 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
33.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
Unknown Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hayden Lake (4 waterfalls)

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

27.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Hayden Lake

27.6 miles away
Idaho
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
27.7 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
29.8 miles away
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around McAbee Falls in Idaho, about 17 feet of drop LiDAR
30.3 miles away
Idaho
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
30.6 miles away
Idaho
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
33.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
Unknown Unknown
34 miles away
Idaho
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
39.4 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hayden Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Hayden Lake?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Hayden Lake, including Albeni Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hayden Lake?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Hayden Lake, including Albeni Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hayden Lake?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hayden Lake, including Albeni Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayden Lake?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hayden Lake, including Albeni Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hayden Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hayden Lake is Albeni Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hayden Lake?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Hayden Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hayden Lake?

The closest waterfall to Hayden Lake is Shadow Falls, approximately 27.6 miles away.

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