Waterfall Hikes Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire, WA

3,436 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
53 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maple Heights-Lake Desire? There are 53 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maple Heights-Lake Desire. 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 47.4441°N, -122.0972°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

53 of 53 gauged

53 waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire have live flow data today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Margaret Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Narada Falls Low Wauhaukaupauken Falls Low Washington Cascades Low Trixie Falls Low Tato Falls Low Sunbeam Falls Low Sluiskin Falls Low Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Pearl Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Low Mary Pamela Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Barely Flowing Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Mon 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Thu 68°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 62°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny

Find waterfalls to hike near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire (4 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

17.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Maple Heights-Lake Desire (26 waterfalls)

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

Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall

Victor Falls

12.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McCauley Falls

45.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

29.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 53 Waterfalls Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

17.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall

Victor Falls

12.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McCauley Falls

45.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

29.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

2.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

32.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

44.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
McKenna Falls waterfall

McKenna Falls

40.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

16.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

35.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

31.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

43.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Olney Falls

50 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

Are there free waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Maple Heights-Lake Desire, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

The shortest waterfall hike near Maple Heights-Lake Desire is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

The tallest waterfall near Maple Heights-Lake Desire is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Maple Heights-Lake Desire?

The closest waterfall to Maple Heights-Lake Desire is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 15.7 miles away.

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