Waterfall Hikes Near Tumwater, WA

25,617 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tumwater? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tumwater. 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 46.9891°N, -122.9175°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tumwater

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

5 of 20 waterfalls near Tumwater are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Low Cataract Falls Barely Flowing Ethania Falls Barely Flowing Giant Falls Barely Flowing Larrupin Falls Barely Flowing Spray Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Creek Falls Roaring Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Deschutes Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Strong Willapa Falls Strong Kennedy Falls Strong Lilliwaup Falls Moderate Little Mashel Falls Moderate McKenna Falls Moderate Mima Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Victor Falls Low

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tod 73°F Partly Sunny
Sat 74°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 75°F Partly Sunny
Wed 79°F Sunny
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Tumwater

Updated 43 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Mima Falls Roaring · 285 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Creek Falls Roaring · 426 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Fisk Falls Strong · 68 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Willapa Falls Strong · 68 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Kennedy Falls Strong · 35 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Little Mashel Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 71st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tumwater (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tumwater (9 waterfalls)

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

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

45.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 800 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

All 20 Waterfalls Near Tumwater

Mima Falls waterfall

Mima Falls

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

Kennedy Falls

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

Deschutes Falls

21 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

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

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
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

16.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

5.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

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

Willapa Falls

16.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ranger Falls waterfall

Ranger Falls

24.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Chenuis Falls waterfall

Chenuis Falls

25 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
8.4 miles 300 ft
Ipsut Falls waterfall

Ipsut Falls

26.5 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spray Falls waterfall

Spray Falls

28.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
6.0 miles 1,300 ft
Cataract Falls waterfall

Cataract Falls

28.7 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

28.8 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

33.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Ethania Falls waterfall

Ethania Falls

33.9 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Larrupin Falls waterfall

Larrupin Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tumwater

Are there free waterfalls near Tumwater?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Tumwater, including Cataract Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tumwater?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Tumwater, including Cedar Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tumwater?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tumwater, including Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tumwater?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tumwater, including Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tumwater?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tumwater is Alice Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tumwater?

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

Do any waterfalls near Tumwater require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Tumwater require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tumwater?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Tumwater have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tumwater?

The closest waterfall to Tumwater is Mima Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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