Waterfall Hikes Near North Fort Lewis, WA

6,022 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Fort Lewis? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Fort Lewis. 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 47.1222°N, -122.5962°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Fort Lewis

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

8 of 24 waterfalls near North Fort Lewis 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 Cataract Falls Strong Denman Falls Strong Ethania Falls Strong Giant Falls Strong Larrupin Falls Strong Pearl Falls Strong Spray Falls Strong Cedar Creek Falls Low Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Strong Victor Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Wed 90°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near North Fort Lewis

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wildcat Falls Strong · 9 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Spray Falls Moderate · 383 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Moderate · 383 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Pearl Falls Moderate · 383 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Larrupin Falls Moderate · 383 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Denman Falls Moderate · 383 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Fort Lewis (1 waterfall)

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 North Fort Lewis (10 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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

All 24 Waterfalls Near North Fort Lewis

Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

25.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Fort Lewis

Are there free waterfalls near North Fort Lewis?

There are 10 free waterfalls near North Fort Lewis, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Fort Lewis?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near North Fort Lewis, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Fort Lewis?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Fort Lewis, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Fort Lewis?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Fort Lewis, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Fort Lewis?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Fort Lewis is Affi Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North Fort Lewis?

The tallest waterfall near North Fort Lewis is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near North Fort Lewis require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near North Fort Lewis require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Fort Lewis?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near North Fort Lewis have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Fort Lewis?

The closest waterfall to North Fort Lewis is Victor Falls, approximately 18.7 miles away.

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