Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington, WA

4,549 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lexington? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lexington. 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 46.1899°N, -122.9125°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lexington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

30 waterfalls near Lexington have live flow data today

Beaver Falls Low Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Low Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Low University Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 77°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Fri 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny
Mon 83°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Lexington

Updated 41 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Marietta Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Lucia Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile
  4. 4 Horseshoe Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Moulton Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Salmon Falls Low · 51 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lexington (9 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.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

28.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lexington (22 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

12.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

9.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Lexington

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

23.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

47.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

2.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

39.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Niagara Falls waterfall

Little Niagara Falls

3.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lexington

Are there free waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Lexington, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lexington?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Lexington, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lexington?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lexington, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lexington?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lexington, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lexington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lexington is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lexington?

The tallest waterfall near Lexington is Middle Falls at 265 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lexington require permits?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Lexington require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lexington?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Lexington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lexington?

The closest waterfall to Lexington is Marietta Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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