Waterfall Hikes Near Palouse, WA

997 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Palouse? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Palouse. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 46.9104°N, -117.0751°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Palouse

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Palouse have live flow data today

Bull Run Creek Falls Moderate Elk Creek Falls Moderate Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical) Moderate Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Towell Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sun 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 62°F Rain Showers
Tue 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Wed 70°F Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 71°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 75°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Palouse

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bull Run Creek Falls Moderate · 6970 cfs 74th percentile
  2. 2 Elk Creek Falls Moderate · 6970 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical) Moderate · 2310 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 84 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Towell Falls Barely Flowing · 84 cfs 1st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Palouse (4 waterfalls)

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

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Towell Falls waterfall

Towell Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Run Creek Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Palouse

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Towell Falls waterfall

Towell Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bull Run Creek Falls

Idaho
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

39.8 miles away
Idaho
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Hn(wa'(we'elshn (historical)

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Palouse

Are there free waterfalls near Palouse?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Palouse, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Palouse?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Palouse, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Palouse?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Palouse, including Bull Run Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Palouse?

The shortest waterfall hike near Palouse is Bull Run Creek Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Palouse require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Palouse requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Palouse?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Palouse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Palouse?

The closest waterfall to Palouse is Rock Creek Falls, approximately 38.9 miles away.

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