Waterfall Hikes Near University Place, WA

34,696 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near University Place? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of University Place. 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 47.2147°N, -122.5461°W

Map of Waterfalls Near University Place

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

2 of 24 waterfalls near University Place are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Roaring Lilliwaup Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Low McKenna Falls Roaring Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Low Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 65°F

Tod 65°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 66°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 65°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 65°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 67°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near University Place

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kennedy Falls Roaring · 52 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 McKenna Falls Roaring · 6 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Deschutes Falls Moderate · 774 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Little Mashel Falls Low · 22 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Affi Falls Low · 46 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Alice Falls Low · 46 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near University Place (1 waterfall)

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 University Place (11 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

24.8 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
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near University Place

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

McKenna Falls

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

Deschutes Falls

24.8 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
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

21.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

37.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 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
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near University Place

Are there free waterfalls near University Place?

There are 10 free waterfalls near University Place, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near University Place?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near University Place, including Snoqualmie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in University Place?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near University Place, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near University Place?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near University Place, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near University Place?

The shortest waterfall hike near University Place is Affi Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near University Place?

The tallest waterfall near University Place is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near University Place require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near University Place require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around University Place?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near University Place have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to University Place?

The closest waterfall to University Place is Victor Falls, approximately 18.4 miles away.

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