The Pacific Northwest is overruning with waterfalls. (See what we did there?!) From waterfalls near Seattle that can be seen on a day trip to those that require a little a drive and walking to reach, it should come as not a surprise that Washington State is a waterfall-lover's paradise.

We've rounded up a handful of the very best waterfalls in Washington State to add to your PNW container list, and we have actually included insider pointers as well as important things to understand prior to checking out.

Whether you're going to Washington on an USA trip, or you are a Washingtonian trying to find some ideas for weekend adventures, make certain to conserve this list to help as you prepare.

Now let's prepare to chase after some waterfalls, will we ?!

SNOQUALMIE FALLS

Snoqualmie Falls, located about a half hour east of Seattle, is one of Washington's most popular landmarks. It stands an excellent 268 feet high, and depending upon the water level, can range from 50 to 150 feet large.

In the summertime, the 2-acre park around the observation deck is host to numerous weddings and events. It is nearly impossible to prevent crowds, however the winter and early spring will be less crowded and when the waterfall is at its most spectacular. The thunderous water develops a broad curtain, and the spray can overwhelm the observation decks and be seen from miles away.

With simple access from Seattle, a modern-day car park and fully equipped centers, it is no surprise that upwards of 1.5 million individuals check out the waterfall each year. The walk from the car park to the main observation deck is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and only 100 backyards, making Snoqualmie a simple location if you're traveling with a child or kids. There is a longer (but very gentle) trek down to the power station and another lookout, however the primary observation deck is genuinely the best viewpoint of the waterfall.

Snoqualmie Falls is spiritual to the people of the Snoqualmie Tribe, and after decades of ownership by the power company, the Snoqualmie People acquired the falls, the lodge that sits at the top, and the surrounding land in 2019, mostly with the objective of stopping further development to keep Snoqualmie the pristine, scenic location that it is.

FRANKLIN FALLS

For an easy hike simply under an hour outside of Seattle, Franklin Falls is an excellent option! The walking is just 2 miles round trip and your elevation gain is only 400 feet, making this a moderate walking for anyone to tackle.

This is really a three-tiered waterfall but the last drop, which is the tallest and most magnificent, is the one you'll hike to. Simply under a mile into your hike, you'll capture your very first look of Franklin Falls from a viewing area on the trail. The better views are at the base of the falls however, so you'll have to climb down some rocks to arrive. The rocks will be slick, so see your step while heading down.

At the base of the falls, you'll feel the real power from the 70 ft waterfall! Franklin Falls gushes off a cliff and into a little swimming pool of water below which flows down the Snoqualmie River.

The earlier the much better. This waterfall is obvious so if you're road-tripping Washington, try to get here prior to everybody else does!

The waterfall is available year-round however you'll need to snowshoe in winter to reach it and perhaps begin with even more back if the trailhead parking is too snowed in.

The much better times to check out are in between April-- July because it's when the waterfall is at its max.

DECEPTIVENESS FALLS

Deceptiveness Falls Viewpoint

The drive on Highway 2 in between Seattle and Leavenworth is an awesome journey, and there is no scarcity of locations to pull over and backpacker destinations enjoy the view. One such location is the Deception Falls Interpretive path, located just outside the town of Skykomish.

Even though it's simply an hour and a half from Seattle, you'll feel a world far from the city. The.8-mile interpretive path makes for a fast and picturesque walk to extend your legs.

Stroll along a flat and well maintained course, cross wood bridges, and find yourself at a wooden neglect with a view of the falls listed below.

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NARADA & CHRISTINE FALLS

Thinking About Mount Rainier has the most glaciers in the country, aside from Alaska, and gets hammered with over 100 inches of rain a year, it's not surprising there are waterfalls everywhere. Stopping here was a needs to when roadway tripping from Seattle to San Francisco, and coming across beautiful waterfalls was pretty easy!

Out of all the beautiful waterfalls in the location, Narada Falls (visualized left wing) is one of the most beautiful and most accessible. The curtain-like waterfall drops 176 feet and continues streaming down the Paradise River.

To get here, you'll have a couple of alternatives. There's a parking area with a small viewing location just over the bridge, but you'll want to get closer. You can take the steps down to get a much better view of the waterfall, keeping in mind it's a bit steep and constantly wet.

If you desire to stretch your legs, you can drive to the gorgeous Paradise area and trek 2.4 miles round journey to Narada Falls. This will give you some more trail time and some time away from individuals. The trail is typically not too hectic as the majority of just gather around the waterfall and have actually originated from the parking lot.

Tips for checking out Narada Falls:

Do not pass Christine Falls, which is a beautiful waterfall you can see from the road (visualized on the right), it's simply 4 miles far from Narada. In reality, you drive over it! From Christine Falls, you can trek a further four miles to Comet Falls.

You'll need a pass to enter into Mount Rainier. A single vehicle pass is $30 for 7 successive days.

This location of Washington gets wet, and Narada Falls will mist you. Bring that rain jacket.

MYRTLE FALLS

Though Myrtle Falls isn't the biggest or most dramatic waterfall in Washington, its setting below the towering snow-capped peak of Mount Rainier is certainly amongst the most beautiful.

The idyllic waterfall beings in the Paradise Valley, along Mount Rainier National forest's amazing Horizon Trail. The trail begins as a paved pathway. It showcases wildlife-rich slopes, alpine meadows, and spectacular 360 degree views of the Cascade Mountains.

At about the 0.5 mile marker, the Horizon Path crosses Edith Creek at the top of Myrtle Falls. Southern end of the wooden footbridge, a brief dirt trail veers off the primary pathway and results in head-on views of the 72 foot high waterfall. The perspective perfectly frames Myrtle Falls as it tumbles listed below Mount Rainier.

Myrtle Falls streams year-round, it is not accessible during snowy winter season months. Come June and July, nevertheless, the weather warms to enjoyable temperatures, wildflowers speckle the close-by meadows, and Mount Rainier's towering mountain peak still lies under a glowing blanket of snow.

Due to its stunning area and easy access from the Paradise Visitor Center, the course around Myrtle Falls can get rather crowded. To get postcard-worthy pictures without stockpiles of other individuals, the location is best gone to early in the early morning and at sunset.