Waterfall Hikes Near Renton, WA

105,355 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Renton? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Renton. 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 47.4784°N, -122.1918°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Renton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

7 of 40 waterfalls near Renton 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 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Roaring Denman Falls Roaring Ethania Falls Roaring Giant Falls Roaring Larrupin Falls Roaring Pearl Falls Roaring Spray Falls Roaring Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Low Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mary Pamela Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Thu 70°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 65°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 69°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Renton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spray Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Giant Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Cataract Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Larrupin Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Denman Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Ethania Falls Roaring · 523 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Renton (2 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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Renton (24 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Renton

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

23.9 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
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

31 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Olney Falls

4.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

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

Florence Falls

41.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

33.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mary Pamela Falls

42.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Renton

Are there free waterfalls near Renton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Renton?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Renton, including Franklin Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Renton?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Renton, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Renton?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Renton, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Renton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Renton is Affi Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Renton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Renton require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Renton require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Renton?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Renton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Renton?

The closest waterfall to Renton is Victor Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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