Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkeson, WA

463 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
64 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Wilkeson is the last real town on the road toward Mount Rainier's Carbon River entrance, which puts the park falls at its doorstep. Ranger Falls runs 4 miles round trip. Chenuis is a flatter 8.4 miles up the old river road. Spray Falls on the Mowich side drops 354 feet and costs 6 miles of walking with 1,300 feet of gain. Closer in, Victor Falls near Bonney Lake takes a tenth of a mile, dogs welcome. Sixty-four falls show up within fifty miles.

Located at 47.1033°N, -122.0494°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wilkeson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

64 of 64 gauged

62 of 64 waterfalls near Wilkeson are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Strong Alice Falls Strong Cress Falls Strong Garda Falls Strong Van Horn Falls Strong Basaltic Falls Strong Carter Falls Strong Christine Falls Strong Comet Falls Strong Cougar Falls Strong Fairy Falls Strong Fish Ladder Falls Strong Grant Purcell Falls Strong Jennings Falls Strong Madcap Falls Strong Maple Falls Strong Margaret Falls Strong Marie Falls Strong Martha Falls Strong Mary Belle Falls Strong Nahunta Falls Strong Narada Falls Strong Saint Johns Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Wauhaukaupauken Falls Strong Washington Cascades Strong Twin Falls Strong Trixie Falls Strong Tato Falls Strong Sylvia Falls Strong Sunbeam Falls Strong Stafford Falls Strong Sluiskin Falls Strong Cataract Falls Strong Denman Falls Strong Ethania Falls Strong Giant Falls Strong Larrupin Falls Strong Pearl Falls Strong Spray Falls Strong Chenuis Falls Strong Ipsut Falls Strong Ranger Falls Strong Deschutes Falls Strong Devil Creek Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring West Quartz Creek Falls Roaring Union Creek Falls Roaring Dingford Creek Falls Roaring Franklin Falls Strong Keekwulee Falls Strong Snowshoe Falls Strong Kennedy Falls Strong Little Mashel Falls Roaring Loowit Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong McCauley Falls Roaring Otter Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Roaring Victor Falls Strong Twin Falls Roaring Snoqualmie Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 63°F

Aft 60°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 64°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 64°F Light Rain
Wed 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 63°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 62°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wilkeson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McCauley Falls Roaring · 2230 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 West Quartz Creek Falls Roaring · 41 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Horsetail Falls Roaring · 41 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Union Creek Falls Roaring · 41 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Devil Creek Falls Roaring · 41 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Harmony Falls Roaring · 1040 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wilkeson (15 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.

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

15.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
5.0 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wilkeson (28 waterfalls)

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

Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

18 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 64 Waterfalls Near Wilkeson

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

8 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

14.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

14.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

15.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
5.0 miles Unknown
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

18 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

18 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

18 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

18.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

18.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

18.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

18.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
LiDAR terrain view around Wildcat Falls in Washington, about 230 feet of drop LiDAR

Wildcat Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

19.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Van Horn Falls waterfall

Van Horn Falls

20.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Hard
6.0 miles Unknown
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

21.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

22.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

23.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

25.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

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

Christine Falls

27.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wilkeson

Are there free waterfalls near Wilkeson?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Wilkeson, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wilkeson?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Wilkeson, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wilkeson?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wilkeson, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkeson?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wilkeson, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wilkeson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wilkeson is Carter Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wilkeson?

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

Do any waterfalls near Wilkeson require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Wilkeson require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wilkeson?

Yes, 63 waterfalls near Wilkeson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wilkeson?

The closest waterfall to Wilkeson is Victor Falls, approximately 8 miles away.

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