Waterfall Hikes Near La Center, WA

3,685 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Center? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Center. 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 45.8601°N, -122.6756°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

55 of 57 gauged

32 of 55 waterfalls near La Center are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Mist Falls Roaring Multnomah Falls Roaring Oneonta Falls Roaring Wiesendanger Falls Roaring Wahkeena Falls Roaring Curly Creek Falls Moderate Falls Creek Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring Elowah Falls Roaring Metlako Falls Roaring Moffett Falls Roaring Punch Bowl Falls Roaring Wahe Falls Roaring Wahclella Falls Roaring Tanner Creek Falls Roaring Fishhawk Falls Roaring Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Low Rodney Falls Low Shipherd Falls Low Harmony Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Roaring Lucia Falls Roaring Moulton Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Roaring Kalama Falls Roaring Washboard Falls Roaring Lancaster Falls Moderate Warren Creek Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Roaring Upper Latourell Falls Roaring Little Falls Strong Little Lee Falls Low Loowit Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Sun 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 68°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 71°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 76°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near La Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Multnomah Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Moulton Falls Roaring · 181 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Moffett Falls Roaring · 223 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Mist Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Oneonta Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Metlako Falls Roaring · 223 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near La Center (16 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.

Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around La Center (45 waterfalls)

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

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near La Center

Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

18.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Harmony Falls waterfall

Harmony Falls

6.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

19.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

17.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

45.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

3.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

44 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

43.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

3.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

37.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Center

Are there free waterfalls near La Center?

There are 31 free waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near La Center?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near La Center, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Center?

There are 45 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Center?

There are 45 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near La Center?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near La Center, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Center is Beaver Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near La Center?

The tallest waterfall near La Center is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near La Center require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near La Center require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Center?

Yes, 47 waterfalls near La Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Center?

The closest waterfall to La Center is Lower Kalama River Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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