Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeland South, WA

12,606 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakeland South? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakeland South. 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 47.2786°N, -122.2826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakeland South

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

7 of 46 waterfalls near Lakeland South 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 Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Fairy Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Margaret Falls Moderate Martha Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Wauhaukaupauken Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Trixie Falls Moderate Tato Falls Moderate Sunbeam Falls Moderate Sluiskin Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Strong Denman Falls Strong Ethania Falls Strong Giant Falls Strong Larrupin Falls Strong Pearl Falls Strong Spray Falls Strong Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Otter Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Thu 70°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 65°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 69°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Lakeland South

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Larrupin Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Giant Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Ethania Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Denman Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Pearl Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Cataract Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeland South (5 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

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lakeland South (18 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Lakeland South

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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

28.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakeland South

Are there free waterfalls near Lakeland South?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Lakeland South, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakeland South?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Lakeland South, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakeland South?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lakeland South, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeland South?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeland South, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakeland South?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakeland South?

The tallest waterfall near Lakeland South is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lakeland South require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakeland South?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Lakeland South have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakeland South?

The closest waterfall to Lakeland South is Victor Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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