Waterfall Hikes Near Shadow Lake, WA

2,115 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shadow Lake? There are 61 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shadow Lake. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.4017°N, -122.0763°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shadow Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 61 gauged

61 waterfalls near Shadow Lake have live flow data today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Basaltic Falls Low Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Fairy Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Maple Falls Low Margaret Falls Low Marie Falls Low Martha Falls Low Mary Belle Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Narada Falls Low Saint Johns Falls Low Wauhaukaupauken Falls Low Washington Cascades Low Twin Falls Low Trixie Falls Low Tato Falls Low Sylvia Falls Low Sunbeam Falls Low Sluiskin Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Low Canyon Falls Low Sunset Falls Low 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 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 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 68°F Chance Light Rain
Thu 65°F Partly Sunny
Fri 61°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 60°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shadow Lake (5 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 Shadow Lake (28 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
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

3.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

29.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near Shadow Lake

Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

35.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

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

McKenna Falls

40.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Olney Falls

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

Affi Falls

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
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

39.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall

Pearl Falls

31.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

31.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Malachite Falls waterfall

Malachite Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Sunset Falls waterfall

Sunset Falls

39.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

46.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

39.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

49.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

45 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shadow Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Shadow Lake?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Shadow Lake, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shadow Lake?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Shadow Lake, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shadow Lake?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shadow Lake, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shadow Lake?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shadow Lake, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shadow Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shadow Lake is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shadow Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Shadow Lake is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shadow Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shadow Lake?

Yes, 60 waterfalls near Shadow Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shadow Lake?

The closest waterfall to Shadow Lake is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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