Waterfall Hikes Near Tukwila, WA

21,569 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tukwila? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tukwila. 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 47.4750°N, -122.2728°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tukwila

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

6 of 37 waterfalls near Tukwila are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Strong Denman Falls Strong Ethania Falls Strong Giant Falls Strong Larrupin Falls Strong Spray Falls Strong Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lilliwaup Falls Low Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 70°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 66°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 68°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 69°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Tukwila

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spray Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Cataract Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Denman Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Ethania Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Larrupin Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Giant Falls Strong · 503 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tukwila (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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tukwila (24 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

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

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wildcat Falls

28.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Tukwila

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

McKenna Falls

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

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

23.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

31 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 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

Olney Falls

4.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

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

Florence Falls

41.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

33.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tukwila

Are there free waterfalls near Tukwila?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Tukwila, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tukwila?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Tukwila, including Franklin Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tukwila?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tukwila, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tukwila?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tukwila, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tukwila?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tukwila is Alice Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tukwila?

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

Do any waterfalls near Tukwila require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Tukwila require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tukwila?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Tukwila have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tukwila?

The closest waterfall to Tukwila is Victor Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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