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

11 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 Low Denman Falls Low Ethania Falls Low Giant Falls Low Larrupin Falls Low Pearl Falls Low Spray Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Dingford Creek Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Strong Florence Falls Low Malachite Falls Low Otter Falls Low Franklin Falls Strong Keekwulee Falls Strong Snowshoe Falls Strong Little Mashel Falls Roaring Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Strong Olney Falls Strong Wallace Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Roaring Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Sun 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 67°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 71°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 Little Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Dingford Creek Falls Roaring · 525 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Snowshoe Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Keekwulee Falls Strong · 70 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

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

Florence Falls

41.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

33.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

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

Mary Pamela Falls

42.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

14 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

6.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Malachite Falls waterfall

Malachite Falls

26.5 miles away
Washington
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Sunset Falls waterfall

Sunset Falls

14.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

1.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

16 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

37.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.6 miles 500 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

25.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

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

Comet Falls

26.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 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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