Waterfall Hikes Near La Center, WA

3,685 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near La Center? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of La Center. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.8601°N, -122.6756°W

Map of Waterfalls Near La Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

67 of 69 gauged

32 of 67 waterfalls near La Center are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Strong Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Curly Creek Falls Strong Falls Creek Falls Strong Double Falls Strong Drake Falls Strong Drift Creek Falls Strong Lower North Falls Strong Lower South Falls Strong Middle North Falls Strong North Falls Strong Winter Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong South Falls Strong Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Elowah Falls Moderate Metlako Falls Moderate Moffett Falls Moderate Punch Bowl Falls Moderate Wahe Falls Moderate Wahclella Falls Moderate Tanner Creek Falls Moderate Fishhawk Falls Roaring Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Strong Rodney Falls Strong Shipherd Falls Strong Harmony Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Lancaster Falls Strong Warren Creek Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Strong

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 71°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Partly Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near La Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Willamette Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Gnat Creek Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Fishhawk Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 University Falls Strong · 14 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 South Falls Strong · 1710 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Strong · 1710 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near La Center (18 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.

Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around La Center (57 waterfalls)

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

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 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

Marietta Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near La Center

Lower Kalama River Falls

35.3 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
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Marietta Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kalama Falls

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

Willamette Falls

24.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

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

Falls Creek Falls

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

Latourell Falls

20.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

20.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft
Coopey Falls waterfall

Coopey Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

22.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near La Center

Are there free waterfalls near La Center?

There are 33 free waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near La Center?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near La Center, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in La Center?

There are 57 dog-friendly waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near La Center?

There are 57 kid-friendly waterfalls near La Center, including Beaver Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near La Center?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near La Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near La Center is Beaver Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near La Center?

The tallest waterfall near La Center is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near La Center require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near La Center require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around La Center?

Yes, 58 waterfalls near La Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to La Center?

The closest waterfall to La Center is Lower Kalama River Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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