Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Tapps, WA

12,196 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
56 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Tapps? There are 56 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Tapps. 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 47.2307°N, -122.1695°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Tapps

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

56 of 56 gauged

2 of 56 waterfalls near Lake Tapps are 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 Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Cougar Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Stafford Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Low Denman Falls Low Ethania Falls Low Giant Falls Low Larrupin Falls Low Pearl Falls Low Spray Falls Low Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Moderate Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Moderate Keekwulee Falls Moderate Snowshoe Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Roaring Little Mashel Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Roaring Otter Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Barely Flowing Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Low

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Cloudy · 65°F

Tod 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 65°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 65°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Tue 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 67°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lake Tapps

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Roaring · 7 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Kennedy Falls Roaring · 52 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Snowshoe Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Franklin Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Keekwulee Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 104 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Tapps (6 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 Lake Tapps (23 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

All 56 Waterfalls Near Lake Tapps

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

28.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

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

Ethania Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

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

Cress Falls

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

Denman Falls

33.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

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

Garda Falls

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

Affi Falls

37.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Tapps

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Tapps?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Lake Tapps, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Tapps?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Tapps, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Tapps?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tapps, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tapps?

There are 37 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Tapps, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Tapps?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Tapps?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Tapps is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Tapps require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Tapps?

Yes, 55 waterfalls near Lake Tapps have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Tapps?

The closest waterfall to Lake Tapps is Victor Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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