Waterfall Hikes Near South Bend, WA

1,859 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Bend? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Bend. 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 46.6678°N, -123.8006°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Bend

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near South Bend have live flow data today

Kennedy Falls Low Mima Falls Low Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 68°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Thu 71°F Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Fri 69°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 70°F Partly Sunny
Sun 73°F Partly Sunny
Mon 72°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near South Bend

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Low · 35 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Mima Falls Low · 249 cfs 16th percentile
  3. 3 Barth Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Fisk Falls Barely Flowing · 24 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 31 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Bend (2 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.

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Bend (8 waterfalls)

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

Barth Falls

25.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

29.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

9.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near South Bend

Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

28.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Fisk Falls

22.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Barth Falls

25.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

29.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

9.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

42 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

19 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Bend

Are there free waterfalls near South Bend?

There are 8 free waterfalls near South Bend, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Bend?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near South Bend, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Bend?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Bend, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Bend?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Bend, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Bend?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near South Bend, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Bend?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Bend is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Bend?

The tallest waterfall near South Bend is Youngs River Falls at 54 feet.

Do any waterfalls near South Bend require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Bend?

Yes, 1 waterfall near South Bend has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Bend?

The closest waterfall to South Bend is Willapa Falls, approximately 21.9 miles away.

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