Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier, OR

2,010 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rainier? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rainier. 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 46.0768°N, -122.9405°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rainier

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 33 gauged

21 of 32 waterfalls near Rainier are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Roaring Fishhawk Falls Roaring Gnat Creek Falls Roaring Youngs River Falls Roaring Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Strong Fisk Falls Strong Willapa Falls Strong Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Strong Lucia Falls Strong Moulton Falls Strong Salmon Falls Strong Kalama Falls Strong Washboard Falls Strong Little Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Mima Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Roaring

Updated 15 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 69°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 69°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 69°F Partly Sunny
Lab 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 72°F Partly Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rainier

Updated 40 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Barth Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Youngs River Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Gnat Creek Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Fishhawk Falls Roaring · 58 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 University Falls Roaring · 15 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rainier (10 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rainier (22 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

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

Beaver Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

22.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Rainier

Marietta Falls

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

Beaver Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

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

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

Kalama Falls

23.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft

Barth Falls

32.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

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

Fishhawk Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Fisk Falls

35.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

35 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

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

Loowit Falls

39.7 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
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

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

Little Falls

22.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rainier

Are there free waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rainier?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Rainier, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rainier?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rainier, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rainier?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Rainier, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rainier?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rainier is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rainier?

The tallest waterfall near Rainier is University Falls at 55 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rainier require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rainier?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Rainier have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rainier?

The closest waterfall to Rainier is Marietta Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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