Waterfall Hikes Near Alder, WA

124 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
62 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alder? There are 62 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Alder. 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 46.7872°N, -122.2667°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alder

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

62 of 62 gauged

12 of 62 waterfalls near Alder are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Clear Creek Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Cougar Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Fish Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Grant Purcell Falls Barely Flowing Jennings Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Stafford Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Pearl Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Strong Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Strong Kalama Falls Strong Washboard Falls Strong Little Mashel Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low Union Creek Falls Strong

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 66°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 67°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 70°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Lab 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 70°F Partly Sunny
Wed 75°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Alder

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Creek Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Curly Creek Falls Strong · 224 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Union Creek Falls Strong · 40 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Strong · 142 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Middle Falls Strong · 142 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Alder (9 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 Alder (26 waterfalls)

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

Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denman Falls waterfall

Denman Falls

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

All 62 Waterfalls Near Alder

Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

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

Larrupin Falls

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

Denman Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

36 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

35.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

36.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

34.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

38.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

33.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

35 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,700 ft
Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alder

Are there free waterfalls near Alder?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Alder, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Alder?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Alder, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alder?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Alder, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alder?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Alder, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alder?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Alder?

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

Do any waterfalls near Alder require permits?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Alder require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Alder?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near Alder have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Alder?

The closest waterfall to Alder is Little Mashel Falls, approximately 3.3 miles away.

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