Waterfall Hikes Near Puget Island, WA

1,057 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Puget Island? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Puget Island. 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 46.1743°N, -123.3830°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Puget Island

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

3 of 24 waterfalls near Puget Island are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Low Fishhawk Falls Low Gnat Creek Falls Low Youngs River Falls Low Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Low Willapa Falls Low Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Low Little Falls Low Nehalem Falls Low North Fork Falls Low Little Lee Falls Roaring Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low Washboard Falls Low University Falls Moderate

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Flowing best right now near Puget Island

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Bonnie Falls Strong · 17 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Jackson Falls Strong · 17 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls Moderate · 23 cfs 64th percentile
  5. 5 Marietta Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Puget Island (5 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.

Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Puget Island (17 waterfalls)

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

Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Puget Island

Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

16.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Puget Island

Are there free waterfalls near Puget Island?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Puget Island, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Puget Island?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Puget Island, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Puget Island?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Puget Island, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Puget Island?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Puget Island, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Puget Island?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Puget Island, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Puget Island?

The shortest waterfall hike near Puget Island is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Puget Island?

The tallest waterfall near Puget Island is University Falls at 55 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Puget Island require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Puget Island?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Puget Island have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Puget Island?

The closest waterfall to Puget Island is Gnat Creek Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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