Waterfall Hikes Near Kapowsin, WA

378 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kapowsin? There are 61 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kapowsin. 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 46.9727°N, -122.2273°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kapowsin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 61 gauged

1 of 61 waterfalls near Kapowsin is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Basaltic Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Cougar Falls Moderate Fairy Falls Moderate Fish Ladder Falls Moderate Grant Purcell Falls Moderate Jennings Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Maple Falls Moderate Margaret Falls Moderate Marie Falls Moderate Martha Falls Moderate Mary Belle Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Saint Johns Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wauhaukaupauken Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Trixie Falls Moderate Tato Falls Moderate Sylvia Falls Moderate Sunbeam Falls Moderate Stafford Falls Moderate Sluiskin Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Devil Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing West Quartz Creek Falls Barely Flowing Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 78°F Sunny Best
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny
Mon 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Kapowsin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Roaring · 842 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Ipsut Falls Moderate · 289 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Jennings Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Madcap Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Maple Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Margaret Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kapowsin (7 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 Kapowsin (25 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near Kapowsin

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

41.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

42.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

41.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

45.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

45.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

26.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

31.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

32.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

32.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

4.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

25.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

2.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

28.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

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

Comet Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kapowsin

Are there free waterfalls near Kapowsin?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Kapowsin, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kapowsin?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Kapowsin, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kapowsin?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kapowsin, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kapowsin?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kapowsin, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kapowsin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kapowsin?

The tallest waterfall near Kapowsin is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kapowsin require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Kapowsin require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kapowsin?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Kapowsin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kapowsin?

The closest waterfall to Kapowsin is Wildcat Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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