Waterfall Hikes Near Midland, WA

9,081 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Midland? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Midland. 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 47.1734°N, -122.4120°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Midland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

5 of 41 waterfalls near Midland 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 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 Cowlitz Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Roaring McCauley Falls Strong McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Strong Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

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 then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 66°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 68°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 73°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Midland

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 Strong · 119 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 McCauley Falls Strong · 3550 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 66th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Midland (3 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 Midland (14 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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

All 41 Waterfalls Near Midland

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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
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
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

34.3 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
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Midland

Are there free waterfalls near Midland?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Midland, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Midland?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Midland, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Midland?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Midland, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Midland?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Midland, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Midland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Midland?

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

Do any waterfalls near Midland require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Midland require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Midland?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Midland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Midland?

The closest waterfall to Midland is Victor Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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