Waterfall Hikes Near Montesano, WA

4,124 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montesano? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montesano. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.0102°N, -123.5857°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montesano

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

6 of 7 waterfalls near Montesano are flowing strongly today

Fisk Falls Strong Willapa Falls Strong Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Mima Falls Roaring Service Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 71°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 67°F Partly Sunny
Tue 73°F Partly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Montesano

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Gnat Creek Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Mima Falls Roaring · 317 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Fisk Falls Strong · 59 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Willapa Falls Strong · 59 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Service Falls Strong · 298 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Kennedy Falls Strong · 34 cfs 77th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montesano (3 waterfalls)

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

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Montesano

Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

16.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Service Falls waterfall

Service Falls

47.2 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

17.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montesano

Are there free waterfalls near Montesano?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Montesano, including Fisk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montesano?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montesano, including Gnat Creek Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montesano?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montesano, including Gnat Creek Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montesano?

The shortest waterfall hike near Montesano is Fisk Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Montesano require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montesano?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Montesano have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montesano?

The closest waterfall to Montesano is Kennedy Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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