Waterfall Hikes Near Yelm, WA

10,438 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yelm? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yelm. 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 46.9398°N, -122.6262°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Yelm

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 49 gauged

1 of 49 waterfalls near Yelm is flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Barely Flowing Alice Falls Barely Flowing Cress Falls Barely Flowing Garda Falls Barely Flowing Van Horn Falls Barely Flowing Basaltic Falls Moderate Carter Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Comet Falls Moderate Fairy Falls Moderate Madcap Falls Moderate Maple Falls Moderate Margaret Falls Moderate Marie Falls Moderate Martha Falls Moderate Mary Belle Falls Moderate Nahunta Falls Moderate Narada Falls Moderate Wauhaukaupauken Falls Moderate Washington Cascades Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Trixie Falls Moderate Tato Falls Moderate Sylvia Falls Moderate Sunbeam Falls Moderate Sluiskin Falls Moderate Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Low Chenuis Falls Moderate Ipsut Falls Moderate Ranger Falls Moderate Cowlitz Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Low Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny
Mon 79°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Yelm

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Victor Falls Roaring · 842 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Lilliwaup Falls Moderate · 124 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Madcap Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Maple Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  5. 5 Margaret Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Marie Falls Moderate · 497 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yelm (4 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yelm (16 waterfalls)

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

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Yelm

Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

36.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

39.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

39.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

28.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

28.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

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

Giant Falls

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

Ethania Falls

32.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

32.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

33 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

McKenna Falls

24.1 miles away
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
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

26.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cress Falls waterfall

Cress Falls

4.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garda Falls waterfall

Garda Falls

2.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Yelm

Are there free waterfalls near Yelm?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Yelm, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Yelm?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Yelm, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Yelm?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Yelm, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Yelm?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Yelm, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Yelm?

The shortest waterfall hike near Yelm is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Yelm?

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

Do any waterfalls near Yelm require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Yelm?

Yes, 43 waterfalls near Yelm have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Yelm?

The closest waterfall to Yelm is Deschutes Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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