Waterfall Hikes Near Kirkland, WA

92,015 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kirkland? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kirkland. 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 47.6970°N, -122.2057°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kirkland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

31 waterfalls near Kirkland have live flow data today

Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Deception Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Low Ranger Falls Low Eagle Falls Moderate Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Hatana Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Low Mary Pamela Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Low McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sunday Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 80°F

Tod 84°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 85°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny Best
Mon 80°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kirkland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Strong · 5 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Lilliwaup Falls Moderate · 124 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Victor Falls Moderate · 659 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Eagle Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Boulder Falls Moderate · 252 cfs 25th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kirkland (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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kirkland (23 waterfalls)

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

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Olney Falls

38.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

39.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Kirkland

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Olney Falls

38.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

39.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mary Pamela Falls

40.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

33.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft

McKenna Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sunset Falls waterfall

Sunset Falls

25.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

25 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

23.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

24.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

11.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

Florence Falls

11 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Malachite Falls waterfall

Malachite Falls

30.5 miles away
Washington
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

48.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kirkland

Are there free waterfalls near Kirkland?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Kirkland, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kirkland?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Kirkland, including Deception Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kirkland?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kirkland, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kirkland?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kirkland, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kirkland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kirkland is Alpine Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kirkland?

The tallest waterfall near Kirkland is Snoqualmie Falls at 268 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kirkland require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Kirkland require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kirkland?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Kirkland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kirkland?

The closest waterfall to Kirkland is McCauley Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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