Waterfall Hikes Near North Yelm, WA

2,785 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Yelm? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Yelm. 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 46.9648°N, -122.6027°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Yelm

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

3 of 46 waterfalls near North Yelm 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 Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia 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 Cedar Creek Falls Strong Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Moderate Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Strong McKenna Falls Low Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 73°F

Mon 69°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 73°F Partly Sunny Best
Ind 78°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near North Yelm

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 535 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Little Mashel Falls Strong · 37 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Cedar Creek Falls Strong · 734 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Cowlitz Falls Moderate · 2280 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Yelm (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 North Yelm (14 waterfalls)

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

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
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near North Yelm

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
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 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

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Yelm

Are there free waterfalls near North Yelm?

There are 11 free waterfalls near North Yelm, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Yelm?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near North Yelm, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Yelm?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Yelm?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Yelm, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Yelm?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Yelm?

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

Do any waterfalls near North Yelm require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near North Yelm require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Yelm?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near North Yelm have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Yelm?

The closest waterfall to North Yelm is Deschutes Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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