Waterfall Hikes Near South Cle Elum, WA

715 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Cle Elum? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Cle Elum. 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 47.1862°N, -120.9526°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Cle Elum

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

5 of 38 waterfalls near South Cle Elum are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Alpine Falls Low Deception Falls Low Florence Falls Low Malachite Falls Low Otter Falls Low Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Clear Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cougar Falls Barely Flowing Fish Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Stafford Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Devil Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing West Quartz Creek Falls Barely Flowing Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Roaring Drury Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Strong Keekwulee Falls Strong Snowshoe Falls Strong White River Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Sun 65°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 65°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 66°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 66°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 76°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near South Cle Elum

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Twin Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Dingford Creek Falls Roaring · 525 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Snowshoe Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Keekwulee Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Franklin Falls Strong · 70 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Chenuis Falls Moderate · 377 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Cle Elum (3 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.

Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Cle Elum (21 waterfalls)

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

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

West Quartz Creek Falls

12.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Devil Creek Falls waterfall

Devil Creek Falls

14.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Union Creek Falls

46.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near South Cle Elum

Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

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

Wauhaukaupauken Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
3.0 miles 300 ft
Mary Belle Falls waterfall

Mary Belle Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marie Falls waterfall

Marie Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

27 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Fish Ladder Falls waterfall

Fish Ladder Falls

44 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trixie Falls waterfall

Trixie Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

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

Twin Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Basaltic Falls waterfall

Basaltic Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saint Johns Falls waterfall

Saint Johns Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

26.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Margaret Falls waterfall

Margaret Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

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

Cougar Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Cle Elum

Are there free waterfalls near South Cle Elum?

There are 12 free waterfalls near South Cle Elum, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Cle Elum?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near South Cle Elum, including Deception Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Cle Elum?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Cle Elum, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Cle Elum?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Cle Elum, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Cle Elum?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Cle Elum is Affi Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Cle Elum?

The tallest waterfall near South Cle Elum is Drury Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near South Cle Elum require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near South Cle Elum require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Cle Elum?

Yes, 38 waterfalls near South Cle Elum have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Cle Elum?

The closest waterfall to South Cle Elum is Horsetail Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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