Waterfall Hikes Near McKenna, WA

554 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McKenna? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McKenna. 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 46.9365°N, -122.5501°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McKenna

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 49 gauged

4 of 49 waterfalls near McKenna 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 Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Cougar Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Stafford 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 Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Little Mashel Falls Roaring McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Washboard Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Sun 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 66°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 69°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near McKenna

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 Washboard Falls Roaring · 18 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 Cedar Creek Falls Moderate · 641 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McKenna (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McKenna (17 waterfalls)

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

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near McKenna

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Giant Falls

30.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

30.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

31.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

32.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

28.5 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
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

30.8 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
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Affi Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McKenna

Are there free waterfalls near McKenna?

There are 14 free waterfalls near McKenna, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McKenna?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near McKenna, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McKenna?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near McKenna, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McKenna?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near McKenna, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McKenna?

The shortest waterfall hike near McKenna is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near McKenna?

The tallest waterfall near McKenna is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near McKenna require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near McKenna require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McKenna?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near McKenna have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McKenna?

The closest waterfall to McKenna is Deschutes Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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