Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier, OR

2,010 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainier? There are 31 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

30 of 31 gauged

1 of 30 waterfalls near Rainier is flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Low Fishhawk Falls Low Gnat Creek Falls Low Youngs River Falls Low Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Barely Flowing Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Low Willapa Falls Low Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Harmony Falls Moderate 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 Roaring Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Slight Chance Light Rain · 65°F

Fri 64°F Rain Showers
Sat 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 61°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 62°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain Best
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain

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 Little Lee Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 University Falls Moderate · 23 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Beaver Falls Moderate · 235000 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Marietta Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 50th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 50th percentile
  6. 6 Willamette Falls Moderate · 246 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier (9 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 (20 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

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

Beaver Falls

27.4 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

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Rainier

University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 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
Harmony Falls waterfall

Harmony Falls

6.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haines Falls

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

Paradise Falls

45.7 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
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

42.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 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 9 easy waterfall hikes near Rainier, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainier?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 21 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, 3 waterfalls near Rainier require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainier?

Yes, 16 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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