Waterfall Hikes Near Mercer Island, WA

25,464 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mercer Island? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mercer Island. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.5661°N, -122.2320°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mercer Island

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

36 waterfalls near Mercer Island have live flow data today

Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Low Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Cloudy · 66°F

Aft 68°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 66°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 65°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 66°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Mon 67°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 67°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Mercer Island

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Moderate · 1050 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Spray Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Cataract Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Denman Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Ethania Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mercer Island (2 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 Mercer Island (24 waterfalls)

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

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

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

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

31 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Mercer Island

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

31 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Olney Falls

4.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 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

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
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
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
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mercer Island

Are there free waterfalls near Mercer Island?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Mercer Island, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mercer Island?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Mercer Island, including Franklin Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mercer Island?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mercer Island, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mercer Island?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mercer Island, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mercer Island?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mercer Island is Alice Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mercer Island?

The tallest waterfall near Mercer Island is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mercer Island require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Mercer Island require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mercer Island?

Yes, 35 waterfalls near Mercer Island have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mercer Island?

The closest waterfall to Mercer Island is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 17.9 miles away.

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