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

8 of 53 waterfalls near Maple Heights-Lake Desire 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 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Canyon Falls Moderate Sunset Falls Moderate Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Dingford Creek Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Florence Falls Low Malachite Falls Low Otter Falls Low Franklin Falls Moderate Keekwulee Falls Moderate Snowshoe Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Roaring Mary Pamela Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Strong McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Strong Wallace Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Strong Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 68°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 66°F Cloudy
Tue 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 64°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 68°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Ind 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Little Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Strong · 119 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Keekwulee Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Franklin Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Eagle Falls Strong · 19 cfs 87th percentile

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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

13 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

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McCauley Falls

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

Snowshoe Falls

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

Keekwulee Falls

23.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 53 Waterfalls Near Maple Heights-Lake Desire

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

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

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McCauley Falls

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

Snowshoe Falls

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

Keekwulee Falls

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

Franklin Falls

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

Dingford Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 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

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Otter Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 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

Olney Falls

4.1 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 14 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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