Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier, WA

2,707 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainier? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rainier. 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 46.8917°N, -122.6866°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rainier

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

5 of 39 waterfalls near Rainier are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Low Denman Falls Low Ethania Falls Low Giant Falls Low Larrupin Falls Low Pearl Falls Low Spray Falls Low Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Roaring McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Washboard Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sun 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 68°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

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 Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Washboard Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 McKenna Falls Strong · 6 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Fisk Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier (4 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.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rainier (12 waterfalls)

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

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Rainier

Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Washboard Falls

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

Comet Falls

26.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

27.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

37.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

49 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,700 ft
Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Martha Falls waterfall

Martha Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rainier

Are there free waterfalls near Rainier?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rainier?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Rainier, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainier?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rainier?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rainier?

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

Do any waterfalls near Rainier require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Rainier require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainier?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Rainier have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rainier?

The closest waterfall to Rainier is Deschutes Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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Longmire Mineral Springs

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57.0 mi 100°F

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