Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeland South, WA

12,606 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakeland South? There are 47 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

47 of 47 gauged

1 of 47 waterfalls near Lakeland South is 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 Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz 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 Moderate Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Otter Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 76°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny
Mon 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lakeland South

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Strong · 826 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Pearl Falls Moderate · 404 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Giant Falls Moderate · 404 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Larrupin Falls Moderate · 404 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Cataract Falls Moderate · 404 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Ethania Falls Moderate · 404 cfs 62nd 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

7.5 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

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Lakeland South

Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Affi Falls

28.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

14.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

14 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

15.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

34.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

40.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

33.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
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
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

39 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

39.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

2.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

1.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

0.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,700 ft
Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

0.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 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, 46 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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