![]() Where it is: Myrtle Falls is located at Paradise in Mt Rainier National Park.Myrtle falls is on every list of the best waterfalls in Washington, which makes it very popular (and amazing!). It is also less than half a mile to get there on a paved trail. Why it’s awesome: This waterfall is absolutely beautiful and from below you can see Mt Rainier behind the waterfall which makes it extremely photogenic! It’s also located in a spectacular wildflower meadow and many other hikes in the area, such as the Skyline Trail.Myrtle Falls is less than half a mile on a paved trail from the Paradise parking lot Parking Pass: A $30 entrance fee per vehicle, pay at the entrance station.Dogs Allowed: No, dogs are not allowed on any trails in Mt Rainier National Park.Elevation gain: 100 feet down to the viewing area, and 100 feet back up.Hiking Distance: 1/2 mile round trip to the viewing area and back.Best Season: All year (use caution when snow is present!).Where it is: Narada Falls is about 5 miles before Paradise on the road from Mt Rainier’s Nisqually entrance.This makes for an excellent starting point for a snowshoe adventure (and has restrooms open year round). You can see it from above before going down the short and steep trail to the viewing platform where you are sure to be covered in spray in summer! When snow is present on the trail, use extreme caution (snowshoes are really helpful) and stay far back from the edge as the railing may be covered by snow. Why it’s awesome: A rushing waterfall with an immense amount of power, Narada Falls is a mandatory stop if you’re driving to Paradise on Mt Rainier.Parking Pass: Washington State Discover Pass.Elevation gain: less than 100 feet down, then up on the way back.Walking Distance: half a mile round trip (more if you want to start near Cascade Lake for a longer hike).Best Season: Spring is the best time to see the most water in the waterfall and has the bonus of being before the busy tourist season.Where it is: Moran State Park on Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands.Why it’s awesome: A lovely waterfall accessed by a short trail through a beautiful forest and along a creek, including some old growth trees along the way! Connects up to many wonderful trails on Orcas Island.Dogs Allowed: yes, on leash there is also an off leash trail in the parkĬascade Falls (Orcas Island) Cascade Falls with a rare winter snowfall.Walking Distance: Less than 1/4 mile round trip. ![]()
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