Waterfall Hikes Near Port Orchard, WA

15,820 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Port Orchard? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Port Orchard. 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 47.5163°N, -122.6610°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Port Orchard

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

5 of 12 waterfalls near Port Orchard are flowing strongly today

Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Hatana Falls Strong Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate McCauley Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Strong Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low Twin Falls Strong Snoqualmie Falls Moderate

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 73°F Partly Sunny
Tue 73°F Partly Sunny
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Port Orchard

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Snoqualmie Falls Roaring · 435 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Kennedy Falls Strong · 35 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 McKenna Falls Strong · 4 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Strong · 52 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Hatana Falls Strong · 166 cfs 77th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Port Orchard (1 waterfall)

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 Port Orchard (9 waterfalls)

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

Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Port Orchard

McKenna Falls

12.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lilliwaup Falls waterfall

Lilliwaup Falls

17.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

5.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

Hatana Falls

40.4 miles away
In Olympic National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kennedy Falls waterfall

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

35.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
6.5 miles 500 ft

Wildcat Falls

13.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
4.5 miles 800 ft
Little Mashel Falls waterfall

Little Mashel Falls

13.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
5.3 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Port Orchard

Are there free waterfalls near Port Orchard?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Port Orchard, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Port Orchard?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Port Orchard, including Snoqualmie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Port Orchard?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Port Orchard, including Deschutes Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Port Orchard?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Port Orchard, including Deschutes Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Port Orchard?

The shortest waterfall hike near Port Orchard is Deschutes Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Port Orchard?

The tallest waterfall near Port Orchard is Snoqualmie Falls at 268 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Port Orchard require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Port Orchard require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Port Orchard?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Port Orchard have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Port Orchard?

The closest waterfall to Port Orchard is McKenna Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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