Waterfall Hikes Near Ruston, WA

1,270 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ruston? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ruston. 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 47.2982°N, -122.5103°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ruston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

5 of 23 waterfalls near Ruston are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Low Denman Falls Low Ethania Falls Low Giant Falls Low Larrupin Falls Low Spray Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Roaring McCauley Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Roaring Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Sun 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 61°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 65°F Chance Light Rain
Ind 68°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Ruston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Roaring · 123 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 McKenna Falls Strong · 6 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 McCauley Falls Moderate · 3490 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ruston (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ruston (12 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

All 23 Waterfalls Near Ruston

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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
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
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

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

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

30.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

30.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

30.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

30.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

31.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ruston

Are there free waterfalls near Ruston?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Ruston, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ruston?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Ruston, including Snoqualmie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ruston?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ruston?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ruston, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ruston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ruston is Alice Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ruston?

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

Do any waterfalls near Ruston require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Ruston require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ruston?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Ruston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ruston?

The closest waterfall to Ruston is Victor Falls, approximately 21 miles away.

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