Waterfall · Snohomish County, Washington

Kanim Falls

Waterfall about 17 miles southeast of Gold Bar, WA.

Photo of Eagle Falls, a waterfall 9.3 miles from Kanim Falls
Pictured: nearby Eagle Falls (9.3 mi)

About Kanim Falls

Kanim Falls is a waterfall in Snohomish County, Washington, located about 17 miles southeast of Gold Bar. Its mapped position is 47°39′44″ N, 121°29′00″ W (47.66210, -121.48345). The nearest other waterfall in this directory is Otter Falls, 5.2 miles to the south.

Weather at Kanim Falls

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Conditions at Kanim Falls

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Live discharge in cubic feet per second (ft³/s). The gauge may be on a different stream than the falls; use the trend as a rough guide to how much water is running in the area.

Map and Directions

The marker shows the USGS-recorded position of Kanim Falls. Trailheads and parking can be some distance from the falls themselves, so plan your route with an up-to-date trail map.

Before You Visit

  • Water levels change quickly. Flow is usually strongest after rain and during snowmelt; see the best time to visit waterfalls.
  • Stay back from the brink and off wet rock. Our waterfall safety guide covers the most common hazards.
  • Check land ownership and access before you go. Some named falls sit on private property or in areas without a maintained trail.
  • Download offline maps and save the coordinates 47.66210, -121.48345. Use our waterfall hike packing list.

Waterfalls Near Kanim Falls

Photo of Dingford Creek Falls, a waterfall 5.1 miles from Otter Falls
Pictured: nearby Dingford Creek Falls (5.1 mi)

Otter Falls

Tanner, WA · 5.2 mi south
Photo of Angeline Falls, a waterfall 4.2 miles from Florence Falls
Pictured: nearby Angeline Falls (4.2 mi)

Florence Falls

Tanner, WA · 5.6 mi southeast
Photo of Angeline Falls, a waterfall 1.8 miles from Malachite Falls
Pictured: nearby Angeline Falls (1.8 mi)

Malachite Falls

Tanner, WA · 8.1 mi southeast
Photo of Eagle Falls near Gold Bar, WA

Eagle Falls

Gold Bar, WA · 9.3 mi north
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kanim Falls located?

Kanim Falls is in Snohomish County, Washington, about 17 miles southeast of Gold Bar. Its coordinates are 47.66210, -121.48345 (47°39′44″ N, 121°29′00″ W).

What town is closest to Kanim Falls?

The closest town with 1,000 or more residents is Gold Bar, WA, about 17 miles away in a straight line. Driving distance is usually longer, so check the route before you go.

What waterfalls are near Kanim Falls?

The closest is Otter Falls (5.2 mi south). Others within reach include Florence Falls (5.6 mi), Waterfalls of the West Fork Foss River Valley (8.0 mi), and Malachite Falls (8.1 mi).