Waterfall Hikes Near Sammamish, WA

66,586 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sammamish? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sammamish. 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 47.6017°N, -122.0416°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sammamish

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

1 of 43 waterfalls near Sammamish is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Moderate Alice Falls Moderate Cress Falls Moderate Garda Falls Moderate Van Horn Falls Moderate Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Deception Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Asbestos Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Low Ipsut Falls Low Ranger Falls Low Dingford Creek Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Low Mary Pamela Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Low McKenna Falls Strong Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sunday Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Patchy Smoke then Sunny · 87°F

Aft 86°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 87°F Patchy Smoke then Sunny Best
Fri 89°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sammamish

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Strong · 5 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Victor Falls Moderate · 659 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Ipsut Falls Moderate · 275 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Ranger Falls Moderate · 275 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sammamish (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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

7.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sammamish (27 waterfalls)

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

McCauley Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

11.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

Olney Falls

38.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft

Florence Falls

11 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Sammamish

McKenna Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

41.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

42.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alpine Falls waterfall

Alpine Falls

48.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

31.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deception Falls waterfall

Deception Falls

49.6 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

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

Ethania Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

32.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

4.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

25.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sunday Falls waterfall

Sunday Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sammamish

Are there free waterfalls near Sammamish?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Sammamish, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sammamish?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Sammamish, including Asbestos Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sammamish?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sammamish, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sammamish?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sammamish, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sammamish?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sammamish is Affi Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sammamish?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sammamish require permits?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Sammamish require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sammamish?

Yes, 42 waterfalls near Sammamish have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sammamish?

The closest waterfall to Sammamish is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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