Waterfall Hikes Near Puyallup, WA

42,610 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
54 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Puyallup? There are 54 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Puyallup. 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 47.1793°N, -122.2902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Puyallup

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

54 of 54 gauged

1 of 54 waterfalls near Puyallup is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Basaltic Falls Low Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Cougar Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Maple Falls Low Margaret Falls Low Marie Falls Low Martha Falls Low Mary Belle Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Narada Falls Low Saint Johns Falls Low Wauhaukaupauken Falls Low Washington Cascades Low Twin Falls Low Trixie Falls Low Tato Falls Low Sylvia Falls Low Sunbeam Falls Low Stafford Falls Low Sluiskin Falls Low 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 Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Moderate Keekwulee Falls Moderate Snowshoe Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Moderate Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Strong McKenna Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low Twin Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 74°F

Tod 74°F Sunny Best
Lab 72°F Cloudy
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Puyallup

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lilliwaup Falls Strong · 175 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 McCauley Falls Strong · 1470 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Mima Falls Moderate · 317 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Snoqualmie Falls Moderate · 428 cfs 68th percentile
  5. 5 McKenna Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Little Mashel Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Puyallup (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Puyallup (21 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 54 Waterfalls Near Puyallup

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

24.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

25 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

26.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

28.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

28.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

28.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

33.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

33.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

31 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

24.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

5.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

25.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McKenna Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Puyallup

Are there free waterfalls near Puyallup?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Puyallup, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Puyallup?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Puyallup, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Puyallup?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Puyallup, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Puyallup?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Puyallup, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Puyallup?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Puyallup?

The tallest waterfall near Puyallup is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Puyallup require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Puyallup require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Puyallup?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Puyallup have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Puyallup?

The closest waterfall to Puyallup is Victor Falls, approximately 5.9 miles away.

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