Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora, OR

1,055 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
66 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Aurora? There are 66 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Aurora. 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 45.2284°N, -122.7573°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Aurora

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

64 of 66 gauged

64 waterfalls near Aurora have live flow data today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Low Jackson Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Barely Flowing Drake Falls Barely Flowing Drift Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lower North Falls Barely Flowing Lower Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Lower South Falls Barely Flowing Middle North Falls Barely Flowing North Falls Barely Flowing Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Winter Falls Barely Flowing Upper North Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing South Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Low Lee Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Low Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Wed 66°F Light Rain then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 69°F Partly Sunny
Fri 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Partly Sunny
Mon 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Aurora (14 waterfalls)

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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

11.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Aurora (48 waterfalls)

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

Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 66 Waterfalls Near Aurora

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

11.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

21.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

21.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

4.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

26.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Butte Creek Falls waterfall

Butte Creek Falls

2.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

36.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Aurora

Are there free waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 33 free waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Aurora?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Aurora, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Aurora?

There are 48 dog-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 49 kid-friendly waterfalls near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Aurora?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Aurora, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Aurora?

The shortest waterfall hike near Aurora is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Aurora?

The tallest waterfall near Aurora is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Aurora require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Aurora require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Aurora?

Yes, 63 waterfalls near Aurora have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Aurora?

The closest waterfall to Aurora is Willamette Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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