Waterfall Hikes Near Vader, WA

892 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vader? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vader. 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 46.4046°N, -122.9569°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vader

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

4 of 21 waterfalls near Vader are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Low Fishhawk Falls Low Gnat Creek Falls Low Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Roaring Jackson Falls Roaring Cedar Creek Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Low Harmony Falls Low Deschutes Falls Moderate Fisk Falls Low Willapa Falls Low Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Kennedy Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Strong Marietta Falls Strong Lucia Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Patchy Fog · 65°F

Fri 66°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 65°F Light Rain
Sun 64°F Chance Light Rain
Mon 65°F Patchy Fog Best
Tue 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Thu 68°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Vader

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bonnie Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Jackson Falls Roaring · 17 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Marietta Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Kalama River Falls Strong · 2600 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Kennedy Falls Strong · 50 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Lucia Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vader (3 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

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vader (15 waterfalls)

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

Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Vader

Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vader

Are there free waterfalls near Vader?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Vader, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vader?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Vader, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vader?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vader, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vader?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vader, including Barth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vader?

The shortest waterfall hike near Vader is Barth Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Vader?

The tallest waterfall near Vader is Beaver Falls at 48 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Vader require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vader?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Vader have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vader?

The closest waterfall to Vader is Cedar Creek Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Vader, Washington

Green River Soda Spring

30.6 mi 86°F

Green River Soda Spring produces 86-degree carbonated water at 1,644 feet elevation, flowing 37.5 degrees above ambient tempera...
Mt St Helens Fumaroles

Mt St Helens Fumaroles

42.2 mi 190°F

Mount St. Helens fumaroles reach 190 degrees at 6,906 feet elevation on the crater rim, emerging 159.1 degrees above ambient in...

Rock Creek Hot Springs

76.9 mi

Rock Creek Hot Springs emerges in the Columbia River Gorge in Skamania County, Washington, with water documented as 'hot' witho...

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