Waterfall Hikes Near Birch Bay, WA

11,142 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
94 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Birch Bay? There are 94 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Birch Bay. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 48.9243°N, -122.7519°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Birch Bay

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

94 of 94 gauged

15 of 94 waterfalls near Birch Bay are flowing strongly today

Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Cavern Falls Barely Flowing Hidden Falls Barely Flowing Rustic Falls Barely Flowing Hard Scrabble Falls Low Mazama Falls Barely Flowing Nooksack Falls Barely Flowing Lower Banon Creek Falls Low Stocking Creek Falls Low Upper Banon Creek Falls Low Watt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Frosst Creek Waterfall Barely Flowing Liumchen Falls Barely Flowing Russell Falls Strong Sunshine Falls Strong 30-Foot Pool Strong Twin Falls Strong Jenkins Brook Falls Strong Mystery Falls Strong Granite Falls Moderate East Corbold Falls Moderate Alvin Falls Moderate DeBeck Falls Moderate Double Drop Falls Moderate Scary Crossing Falls Moderate Pinecone Falls Moderate Holmden Creek Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Swan Falls Moderate Upper Cypress Falls Low Lower Cypress Falls Low Bridal Veil falls Low Noons Creek Falls Moderate Phi Alpha Falls Strong Magnesia Falls Strong Crystal Falls (Lion's Bay) Strong Norvan Falls Strong Upper Norvan Falls Strong Palisade Falls Strong Goose Lake Falls Low Mike Falls Low Menzies Falls Low Gold Creek Upper Falls Low Viking Falls Low North Allouette River Falls Low Anderson Creek Waterfalls Low Sawblade Falls Moderate Woodland Falls Moderate Upper Quarry Falls Moderate Lower Quarry Falls Moderate Sweat Team Falls Moderate Defrauder Falls Moderate Pritchett Creek Cascades Moderate Crystal Falls Moderate Widgeon Falls Moderate Hanging Creek Falls Moderate Dry Crossing Falls Moderate Snow Cave Creek Falls Moderate Cliff Falls Low Rocky Point Falls Low Rockwell Falls Low Whispering Falls Low Lower Kanaka Falls Low Upper Kanaka Falls Low Rolley Falls Low Fiddlehead Falls Low Terepocki Twin Falls Low Thunder Falls Low Grotto Falls Low McKay Creek Falls Roaring Devon Falls Roaring Musgrave Creek Barely Flowing Lyall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Musgrave Creek Barely Flowing Jasper Creek Barely Flowing Jasper Creek Barely Flowing Jasper Creek Barely Flowing Jasper Creek Barely Flowing Crystal Falls Moderate Artificial Waterfall Roaring Kennedy Falls Barely Flowing Spray of Pearls Falls Moderate Skookum Falls Moderate Upper Skookum Falls Moderate Stapley Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 64°F Partly Sunny
Sat 66°F Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Sun 67°F Sunny
Lab 68°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 68°F Partly Sunny
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 70°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Birch Bay

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 McKay Creek Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Artificial Waterfall Roaring · 24 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Devon Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Phi Alpha Falls Strong · 155 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Magnesia Falls Strong · 155 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Crystal Falls (Lion's Bay) Strong · 155 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Birch Bay (27 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.

67.6 km away
British Columbia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
15.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Birch Bay (6 waterfalls)

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

29.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
15.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
15.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 94 Waterfalls Near Birch Bay

67.6 km away
British Columbia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
29.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
15.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
15.5 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
15.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Moderate
6.6 km Unknown
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Easy
6.1 km 108 m
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Easy
6.0 km 180 m
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Moderate
9.0 km 226 m
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Moderate
10.0 km 433 m
In Pinecone Burke Park
British Columbia
Hard
Unknown Unknown
26.4 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
5.6 km 273 m
78.8 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
63.9 km away
In Kanaka Creek Regional Park
British Columbia
Easy
4.0 km Unknown
39.1 km away
British Columbia
Easy
2.7 km 68 m
64.8 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
3.2 km 188 m
65.2 km away
British Columbia
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
79.8 km away
In Widgeon Marsh Regional Park
British Columbia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
69.8 km away
In Widgeon Marsh Regional Park
British Columbia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
67.1 km away
In Golden Ears Park
British Columbia
Easy
3.4 km 60 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Birch Bay

Are there free waterfalls near Birch Bay?

There are 91 free waterfalls near Birch Bay, including 30-Foot Pool.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Birch Bay?

There are 27 easy waterfall hikes near Birch Bay, including Artificial Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Birch Bay?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Birch Bay, including Cascade Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Birch Bay?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Birch Bay, including Cascade Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Birch Bay?

The shortest waterfall hike near Birch Bay is 30-Foot Pool at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Birch Bay?

The tallest waterfall near Birch Bay is Thunder Falls at 328 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Birch Bay require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Birch Bay requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Birch Bay?

Yes, 94 waterfalls near Birch Bay have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Birch Bay?

The closest waterfall to Birch Bay is Artificial Waterfall, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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