Waterfall Hikes Near Spanaway, WA

34,015 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spanaway? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spanaway. 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 47.0979°N, -122.4233°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 49 gauged

49 waterfalls near Spanaway 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 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 Cedar Creek Falls Barely Flowing Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Barely Flowing Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 70°F Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 66°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 62°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Spanaway (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 Spanaway (16 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

14.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

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

Little Mashel Falls

18.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Martha Falls waterfall

Martha Falls

8.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mary Belle Falls waterfall

Mary Belle Falls

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

Twin Falls

42.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

33.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Marie Falls waterfall

Marie Falls

1.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sylvia Falls waterfall

Sylvia Falls

37.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Saint Johns Falls waterfall

Saint Johns Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Are there free waterfalls near Spanaway?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Spanaway, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spanaway?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Spanaway, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spanaway?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spanaway?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Spanaway?

The tallest waterfall near Spanaway is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Spanaway require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Spanaway require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spanaway?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Spanaway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spanaway?

The closest waterfall to Spanaway is Victor Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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