Waterfall Hikes Near South Hill, WA

67,835 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Hill? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Hill. 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 47.1198°N, -122.2853°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

6 of 52 waterfalls near South Hill 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 Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Cougar Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Stafford Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Strong Little Mashel Falls Roaring McCauley Falls Strong McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Moderate Union Creek Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Strong Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Independence Day

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Sun 68°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 67°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 66°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 65°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 69°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Ind 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near South Hill

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Little Mashel Falls Roaring · 36 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Strong · 117 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 McCauley Falls Strong · 3600 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Kennedy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 McKenna Falls Strong · 6 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Hill (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Hill (19 waterfalls)

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Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near South Hill

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

28.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
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
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

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

Ipsut Falls

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

Spray Falls

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

Cataract Falls

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

Alice Falls

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

Giant Falls

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

Ethania Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

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

Cress Falls

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

Denman Falls

33.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

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

Affi Falls

37.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

25.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

26.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Hill

Are there free waterfalls near South Hill?

There are 13 free waterfalls near South Hill, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Hill?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near South Hill, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Hill?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Hill, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Hill?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Hill, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Hill?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Hill is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Hill?

The tallest waterfall near South Hill is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near South Hill require permits?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near South Hill require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Hill?

Yes, 50 waterfalls near South Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Hill?

The closest waterfall to South Hill is Victor Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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