Waterfall Hikes Near Prairie Heights, WA

4,845 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
64 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prairie Heights? There are 64 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prairie Heights. 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 47.1529°N, -122.1048°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prairie Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

64 of 64 gauged

2 of 64 waterfalls near Prairie Heights are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Moderate Alice Falls Moderate Cress Falls Moderate Garda Falls Moderate Van Horn Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Low Keekwulee Falls Low Snowshoe Falls Low Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing West Quartz Creek Falls Barely Flowing Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Low Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Strong Otter Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Tod 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny
Mon 82°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 78°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Prairie Heights

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 Jennings Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Madcap Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Maple Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Margaret Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prairie Heights (6 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 Prairie Heights (27 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

All 64 Waterfalls Near Prairie Heights

Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

39.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

32.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Jennings Falls waterfall

Jennings Falls

25.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

32.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prairie Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Prairie Heights?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Prairie Heights, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prairie Heights?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Prairie Heights, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prairie Heights?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prairie Heights, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prairie Heights?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prairie Heights, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prairie Heights?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Prairie Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Prairie Heights is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Prairie Heights require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Prairie Heights require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prairie Heights?

Yes, 63 waterfalls near Prairie Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prairie Heights?

The closest waterfall to Prairie Heights is Victor Falls, approximately 3.6 miles away.

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