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

49 waterfalls near McKenna have live flow data today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Basaltic Falls Low Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Cougar Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Maple Falls Low Margaret Falls Low Marie Falls Low Martha Falls Low Mary Belle Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Narada Falls Low Saint Johns Falls Low Wauhaukaupauken Falls Low Washington Cascades Low Twin Falls Low Trixie Falls Low Tato Falls Low Sylvia Falls Low Sunbeam Falls Low Stafford 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 Cedar Creek Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Mon 73°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 83°F Partly Sunny

Wed 70°F Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Thu 66°F Mostly Sunny Best

Fri 62°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain

Sun 66°F Partly Sunny

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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

14.8 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

16.8 miles away

Washington

Moderate

4.5 miles 800 ft

Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away

Washington

Moderate

5.3 miles 600 ft

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

23.4 miles away

Washington

Moderate

6.5 miles 500 ft

Victor Falls waterfall

Victor Falls

12.6 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near McKenna

Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

25.2 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pearl Falls waterfall

Pearl Falls

31.6 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

3.0 miles 500 ft

McKenna Falls waterfall

McKenna Falls

40.7 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls waterfall

Washboard Falls

27.3 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

46.6 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

3.8 miles 1,250 ft

Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

49.3 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Drive Up

0.1 miles 20 ft

Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

11.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

12.3 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

41.9 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.0 miles 500 ft

Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

4.0 miles 400 ft

Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

48.9 miles away

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

37.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

37.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

38.1 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

5.5 miles 1,700 ft

Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

38.8 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

3.5 miles 700 ft

Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

1.5 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Margaret Falls waterfall

Margaret Falls

49.2 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wauhaukaupauken Falls waterfall

Wauhaukaupauken Falls

0.9 miles away

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Trixie Falls waterfall

Trixie Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park

Washington

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Basaltic Falls waterfall

Basaltic Falls

2.4 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 11 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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