Waterfall Hikes Near Issaquah, WA

39,400 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Issaquah? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Issaquah. 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 47.5439°N, -122.0471°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 49 gauged

16 of 49 waterfalls near Issaquah are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Moderate Alice Falls Moderate Cress Falls Moderate Garda Falls Moderate Van Horn Falls Moderate Alpine Falls Roaring Deception Falls Roaring Florence Falls Roaring Malachite Falls Roaring Otter Falls Roaring Boulder Falls Roaring Bridal Veil Falls Strong Canyon Falls Strong Sunset Falls Strong Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Tato 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 Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Roaring Eagle Falls Moderate Franklin Falls Roaring Keekwulee Falls Roaring Snowshoe Falls Roaring Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate Mary Pamela Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing McCauley Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Strong Olney Falls Moderate Wallace Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Strong Sunday Falls Moderate Snoqualmie Falls Roaring

Updated 25 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 73°F Partly Sunny
Tue 74°F Partly Sunny
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Issaquah

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Snoqualmie Falls Roaring · 435 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Dingford Creek Falls Roaring · 166 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Snowshoe Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Franklin Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Keekwulee Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Florence Falls Roaring · 239 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Issaquah (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.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

5.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Issaquah (26 waterfalls)

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

McCauley Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

5.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

14.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

17.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

5.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

McCauley Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

5.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

14.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

17.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

Olney Falls

21.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,300 ft
Snowshoe Falls waterfall

Snowshoe Falls

30.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Keekwulee Falls waterfall

Keekwulee Falls

46.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft

Florence Falls

22.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
8.0 miles 800 ft
Granite Falls waterfall CC

Granite Falls

9.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Franklin Falls waterfall

Franklin Falls

47.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft

McKenna Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mary Pamela Falls

24.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 1,000 ft
Wallace Falls waterfall

Wallace Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.6 miles 1,300 ft
Malachite Falls waterfall

Malachite Falls

28.8 miles away
Washington
Hard
8.0 miles 2 ft
Sunset Falls waterfall

Sunset Falls

24.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Falls waterfall

Canyon Falls

25.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

25.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Are there free waterfalls near Issaquah?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Issaquah?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Issaquah, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Issaquah?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Issaquah?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Issaquah?

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

Do any waterfalls near Issaquah require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Issaquah require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Issaquah?

Yes, 48 waterfalls near Issaquah have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Issaquah?

The closest waterfall to Issaquah is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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