Waterfall Hikes Near Tenino, WA

2,045 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tenino? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tenino. 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 46.8538°N, -122.8606°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tenino

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Tenino are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Low Cedar Creek Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Low Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Low Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Partly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 75°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 76°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Tenino

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Strong · 842 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Tato Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Christine Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Comet Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Nahunta Falls Moderate · 503 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tenino (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.

Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

28.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tenino (14 waterfalls)

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

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Tenino

Washboard Falls

41.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

34 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

45.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

41.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

42.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

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

Chenuis Falls

41.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tenino

Are there free waterfalls near Tenino?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Tenino, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tenino?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Tenino, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tenino?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tenino, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tenino?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tenino, including Beaver Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tenino?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tenino is Beaver Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tenino?

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

Do any waterfalls near Tenino require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Tenino require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tenino?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Tenino have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tenino?

The closest waterfall to Tenino is Mima Falls, approximately 12.4 miles away.

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