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

40 waterfalls near Renton have live flow data today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing 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 Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Low 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 Moderate Little Mashel Falls Low Mary Pamela Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Barely Flowing 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 about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 71°F

Mon 71°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Thu 69°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 63°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 62°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny

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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

17.6 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

Victor Falls

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

Twin Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

45.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wildcat Falls

16.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Renton

Victor Falls waterfall

Victor Falls

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

Snoqualmie Falls

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

Twin Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

45.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
McKenna Falls waterfall

McKenna Falls

40.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Dingford Creek Falls

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

Snowshoe Falls

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

Keekwulee Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

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

Otter Falls

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

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

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

Lilliwaup Falls

33.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Olney Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

31.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Florence Falls waterfall

Florence Falls

46.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Granite Falls waterfall

Granite Falls

10.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mary Pamela Falls waterfall

Mary Pamela Falls

20.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Renton

Are there free waterfalls near Renton?

There are 10 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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