Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgefield, WA

11,486 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
71 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgefield? There are 71 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgefield. 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 45.8114°N, -122.7051°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgefield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

69 of 71 gauged

11 of 69 waterfalls near Ridgefield are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate Falls Creek Falls Moderate Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong The Falls Strong 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 Moderate Rodney Falls Moderate Shipherd Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kalama Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Moderate Lancaster Falls Strong Warren Creek Falls Strong Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Nehalem Falls Moderate North Fork Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Strong Loowit Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Wilson Falls Strong Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 70°F Partly Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 73°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Ridgefield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Gnat Creek Falls Roaring · 68 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Fishhawk Falls Roaring · 68 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Willamette Falls Roaring · 310 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Abiqua Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Fall Creek Falls Strong · 31 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Little Lee Falls Strong · 3 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgefield (17 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 Ridgefield (58 waterfalls)

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

Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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

All 71 Waterfalls Near Ridgefield

Haines Falls

27.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Metlako Falls waterfall

Metlako Falls

3.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Curly Creek Falls waterfall

Curly Creek Falls

14.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

3.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

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

Loowit Falls

4.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

24.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

8.6 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

15.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

15.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

11.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

15.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgefield

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgefield?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Ridgefield, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ridgefield?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Ridgefield, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgefield?

There are 58 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ridgefield, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgefield?

There are 58 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgefield, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ridgefield?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ridgefield, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgefield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ridgefield is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ridgefield?

The tallest waterfall near Ridgefield is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Ridgefield require permits?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Ridgefield require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ridgefield?

Yes, 59 waterfalls near Ridgefield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgefield?

The closest waterfall to Ridgefield is Bonnie Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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