Waterfall Hikes Near Milton, WA

8,543 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milton? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milton. 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 47.2524°N, -122.3153°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 47 gauged

2 of 47 waterfalls near Milton 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 Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Low Keekwulee Falls Low Snowshoe Falls Low Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Low Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 77°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Milton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Strong · 842 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Margaret Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Madcap Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Martha Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Nahunta Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milton (5 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 Milton (18 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Milton

Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Affi Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

34.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

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

Comet Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

14.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

14 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

15.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

33.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

39 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

39.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

2.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

1.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

0.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,700 ft
Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

0.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milton

Are there free waterfalls near Milton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milton?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Milton, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milton?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Milton, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Milton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Milton require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Milton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milton?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Milton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milton?

The closest waterfall to Milton is Victor Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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