Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar, WA

33 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
59 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cougar? There are 59 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cougar. 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 46.0493°N, -122.3034°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cougar

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 59 gauged

40 of 57 waterfalls near Cougar are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Coopey Falls Strong Horsetail Falls Strong Mist Falls Strong Multnomah Falls Strong Oneonta Falls Strong Wiesendanger Falls Strong Wahkeena Falls Strong Cowlitz Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Crooked Creek Falls Strong Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Creek Upper Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong The Falls Strong Elowah Falls Strong Metlako Falls Strong Moffett Falls Strong Punch Bowl Falls Strong Wahe Falls Strong Wahclella Falls Strong Tanner Creek Falls Strong Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Shipherd Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Strong Washboard Falls Strong Lancaster Falls Strong Warren Creek Falls Strong Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Strong Loowit Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 61°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 60°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 62°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 62°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Tue 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 75°F Sunny
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Cougar

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 272 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Creek Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Langfield Falls Strong · 224 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Curly Creek Falls Strong · 224 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Falls Creek Falls Strong · 224 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Shipherd Falls Strong · 168 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cougar (16 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.

Kalama Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cougar (49 waterfalls)

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

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

14.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 59 Waterfalls Near Cougar

Kalama Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

39.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

14.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

6.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harmony Falls waterfall

Harmony Falls

40.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

36.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

7.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

9.4 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

11.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

9.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

17.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

49.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Little Niagara Falls waterfall

Little Niagara Falls

3.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Langfield Falls waterfall

Langfield Falls

38 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cougar

Are there free waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cougar?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Cougar, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cougar?

There are 49 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 50 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cougar, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cougar?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cougar, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cougar?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cougar is Beaver Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cougar?

The tallest waterfall near Cougar is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cougar require permits?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Cougar require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cougar?

Yes, 52 waterfalls near Cougar have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cougar?

The closest waterfall to Cougar is Kalama Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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