Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier, OR

2,010 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainier? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rainier. 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 46.0768°N, -122.9405°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rainier

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 33 gauged

1 of 32 waterfalls near Rainier is flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Low Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Willapa Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Harmony Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Low Lucia Falls Low Moulton Falls Low Salmon Falls Low Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Mon 76°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rainier

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Harmony Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Willamette Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Beaver Falls Moderate · 186000 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Marietta Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Little Lee Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier (10 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 Rainier (22 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

12.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Rainier

Marietta Falls

12.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

29.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

28.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

Kalama Falls

25.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft

Barth Falls

25.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

29.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Fisk Falls

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

Youngs River Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

26.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

47 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rainier

Are there free waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rainier?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Rainier, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainier?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rainier?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rainier?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rainier?

The tallest waterfall near Rainier is University Falls at 55 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rainier require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainier?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Rainier have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rainier?

The closest waterfall to Rainier is Marietta Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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