Waterfall Hikes Near Spanaway, WA

34,015 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Spanaway? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Spanaway. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.0979°N, -122.4233°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 49 gauged

5 of 49 waterfalls near Spanaway are flowing strongly today

Affi Falls Moderate Alice Falls Moderate Cress Falls Moderate Garda Falls Moderate Van Horn Falls Moderate Basaltic Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Comet Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Falls Barely Flowing Madcap Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Margaret Falls Barely Flowing Marie Falls Barely Flowing Martha Falls Barely Flowing Mary Belle Falls Barely Flowing Nahunta Falls Barely Flowing Narada Falls Barely Flowing Saint Johns Falls Barely Flowing Wauhaukaupauken Falls Barely Flowing Washington Cascades Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Trixie Falls Barely Flowing Tato Falls Barely Flowing Sylvia Falls Barely Flowing Sunbeam Falls Barely Flowing Sluiskin Falls Barely Flowing Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Denman Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Pearl Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Moderate Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low Twin Falls Strong Snoqualmie Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tod 72°F Partly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 74°F Partly Sunny
Wed 78°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Spanaway

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Snoqualmie Falls Roaring · 435 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Mima Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Cedar Creek Falls Roaring · 444 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Kennedy Falls Strong · 35 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Strong · 52 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Little Mashel Falls Strong · 12 cfs 79th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Spanaway hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Spanaway

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Spanaway (5 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 Spanaway (16 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
Deschutes Falls waterfall

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

All 49 Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Affi Falls waterfall

Affi Falls

25.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

34.1 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

35.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

36 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

36.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

36.6 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

34.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

34.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Cowlitz Falls waterfall

Cowlitz Falls

38.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Narada Falls waterfall

Narada Falls

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Washington Cascades waterfall

Washington Cascades

34.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sluiskin Falls waterfall

Sluiskin Falls

35 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
5.5 miles 1,700 ft
Fairy Falls waterfall

Fairy Falls

35.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Sunbeam Falls waterfall

Sunbeam Falls

36.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Margaret Falls waterfall

Margaret Falls

36.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

5.2 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wauhaukaupauken Falls waterfall

Wauhaukaupauken Falls

36.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

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

Trixie Falls

36.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basaltic Falls waterfall

Basaltic Falls

37.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Spanaway

Are there free waterfalls near Spanaway?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Spanaway, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Spanaway?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Spanaway, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Spanaway?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Spanaway, including Carter Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Spanaway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Spanaway is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Spanaway?

The tallest waterfall near Spanaway is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Spanaway require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Spanaway?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Spanaway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Spanaway?

The closest waterfall to Spanaway is Victor Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Spanaway With Waterfalls

Parkland, WA
39,398 residents
Frederickson, WA
24,741 residents
Elk Plain, WA
14,224 residents
Fort Lewis, WA
13,440 residents
South Hill, WA
67,835 residents
Lakewood, WA
63,142 residents
Tacoma, WA
219,234 residents
Graham, WA
34,778 residents
Puyallup, WA
42,610 residents
Fife, WA
10,887 residents
University Place, WA
34,696 residents
Edgewood, WA
12,397 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Spanaway, Washington

Mt Rainier Fumaroles

Mt Rainier Fumaroles

40.2 mi 162°F

Mount Rainier fumaroles reach 162 degrees at 14,217 feet elevation, emerging 154.8 degrees above ambient at Washington's highes...

Green River Soda Spring

41.9 mi 86°F

Green River Soda Spring produces 86-degree carbonated water at 1,644 feet elevation, flowing 37.5 degrees above ambient tempera...

Lester Hot Springs

42.6 mi 120°F

This 120-degree spring sits within the City of Tacoma Watershed at 1,582 feet elevation, emerging 72.3 degrees above ambient in...
Longmire Mineral Springs

Longmire Mineral Springs

42.7 mi 77°F

Longmire Mineral Springs flows at 77 degrees within Mount Rainier National Park at 2,758 feet elevation, emerging 31.9 degrees ...
Ohanapecosh Hot Springs

Ohanapecosh Hot Springs

54.0 mi 122°F

Ohanapecosh Hot Springs flows at 122 degrees within Mount Rainier National Park at 1,920 feet elevation, emerging 74.5 degrees ...

Packwood Hot Spring

55.9 mi 100°F

Packwood Hot Spring flows at 100 degrees at 1,002 feet elevation in the lower Cascade foothills near Morton, emerging 49.8 degr...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Spanaway, Washington on SoakingSprings.

Explore Washington springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop