Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester, WA

6,282 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rochester? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rochester. 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 46.8198°N, -123.0636°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rochester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

3 of 12 waterfalls near Rochester are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Roaring Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Moderate Willapa Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Roaring Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Low Marietta Falls Low McKenna Falls Roaring Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Low

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Chance Light Rain · 67°F

Tod 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 66°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 64°F Chance Light Rain
Mon 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 67°F Chance Light Rain Best

Flowing best right now near Rochester

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Roaring · 52 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 McKenna Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Beaver Falls Moderate · 254000 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Marietta Falls Moderate · 2580 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Cedar Creek Falls Moderate · 627 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Fisk Falls Moderate · 96 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester (1 waterfall)

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 Rochester (8 waterfalls)

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

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

Fisk Falls

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

Deschutes Falls

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

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

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

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rochester

Are there free waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rochester?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Rochester, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rochester?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beaver Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rochester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rochester is Beaver Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rochester?

The tallest waterfall near Rochester is Beaver Falls at 48 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rochester require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rochester?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Rochester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rochester?

The closest waterfall to Rochester is Mima Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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