Waterfalls near Anchorage, AK
8 waterfalls within 75 miles · 8 with detail pages · 4 within 25 miles
This page lists every named waterfall in our database within driving distance of Anchorage, sorted by how far they are. Distances are straight-line; drive times assume average highway-plus-local routes (typically 30% longer than the straight-line miles). For trip planning, treat them as a starting point and verify the actual route in Google Maps.
Always check current access, parking, and seasonal closures with the relevant land manager — state parks, the National Park Service, or the local ranger district — before heading out. Several of these falls are seasonal and may run dry in mid-to-late summer.
Closest waterfalls to Anchorage
All waterfalls within 75 miles, by distance
Within 25 miles of Anchorage
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Falls | 10 ft | 14 mi | ~25 min |
| South Fork Falls | — | 15 mi | ~25 min |
| Heritage Falls | — | 23 mi | ~40 min |
| Thunder Bird Falls | — | 24 mi | ~40 min |
25–50 miles
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Creek Falls | — | 32 mi | ~55 min |
| Juneau Falls | — | 49 mi | ~1.4 hr |
50–75 miles
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eska Falls | — | 51 mi | ~1.5 hr |
| Russian River Falls | — | 53 mi | ~1.5 hr |
Beyond 75 miles
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