Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Forest Park, WA

13,462 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Forest Park? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Forest Park. 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 47.7574°N, -122.2864°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Forest Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

2 of 26 waterfalls near Lake Forest Park are flowing strongly today

Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Deception Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Hatana Falls Roaring Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sunday Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tue 75°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 77°F Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny
Mon 77°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Forest Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hatana Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Roaring · 842 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Lilliwaup Falls Moderate · 124 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 McKenna Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Low · 108 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Mary Pamela Falls Low · 108 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Forest Park (2 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 Lake Forest Park (20 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

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
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Lake Forest Park

Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

48.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Malachite Falls waterfall

Malachite Falls

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

Deception Falls

49.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Sunday Falls waterfall

Sunday Falls

40.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

40.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Forest Park

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Forest Park?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Lake Forest Park, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Forest Park?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Forest Park, including Deception Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Forest Park?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Forest Park, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Forest Park?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Forest Park, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Forest Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Forest Park is Alpine Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Forest Park?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Forest Park is Snoqualmie Falls at 268 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Forest Park require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Lake Forest Park require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Forest Park?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Lake Forest Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Forest Park?

The closest waterfall to Lake Forest Park is McCauley Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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Garland Mineral Springs

46.5 mi 84°F

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51.2 mi 127°F

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