Waterfall Hikes Near Onalaska, WA

599 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Onalaska? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Onalaska. 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 46.5782°N, -122.7114°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Onalaska

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

3 of 27 waterfalls near Onalaska are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Roaring Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Low Harmony Falls Low Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Low Willapa Falls Low Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Low Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Strong Marietta Falls Strong Lucia Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Low

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Patchy Fog · 62°F

Fri 63°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 62°F Light Rain
Sun 61°F Chance Light Rain
Mon 63°F Chance Light Rain
Tue 62°F Patchy Fog Best
Wed 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Onalaska

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bonnie Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Marietta Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Kalama River Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Cedar Creek Falls Moderate · 641 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Deschutes Falls Moderate · 774 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Kennedy Falls Moderate · 49 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Onalaska (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.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Onalaska (15 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

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Onalaska

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

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

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Kalama Falls

23.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harmony Falls waterfall

Harmony Falls

6.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 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
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

45.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Onalaska

Are there free waterfalls near Onalaska?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Onalaska, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Onalaska?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Onalaska, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Onalaska?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Onalaska, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Onalaska?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Onalaska, including Beaver Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Onalaska?

The shortest waterfall hike near Onalaska is Beaver Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Onalaska?

The tallest waterfall near Onalaska is Christine Falls at 69 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Onalaska require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Onalaska?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Onalaska have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Onalaska?

The closest waterfall to Onalaska is Cedar Creek Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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