Waterfall Hikes Near Shelton, WA

10,484 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shelton? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shelton. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.2186°N, -123.1121°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shelton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Shelton have live flow data today

Deschutes Falls Low Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Willapa Falls Barely Flowing Hatana Falls Low Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Low McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Service Falls Moderate Victor Falls Moderate

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 67°F Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Fri 62°F Light Rain Likely
Sat 66°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny
Mon 66°F Partly Sunny
Tue 67°F Partly Sunny
Wed 68°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Shelton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Moderate · 1070 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Service Falls Moderate · 599 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Low · 49 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 Deschutes Falls Low · 774 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Lilliwaup Falls Low · 206 cfs 16th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shelton (4 waterfalls)

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

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

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

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Shelton

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

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

Lilliwaup Falls

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

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

McKenna Falls

26.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hatana Falls

41.4 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

25.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 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
Service Falls waterfall

Service Falls

39.8 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shelton

Are there free waterfalls near Shelton?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Shelton, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shelton?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shelton, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelton?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelton, including Deschutes Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shelton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shelton is Deschutes Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shelton?

The tallest waterfall near Shelton is Victor Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Shelton require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Shelton requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shelton?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Shelton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shelton?

The closest waterfall to Shelton is Kennedy Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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