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

1 of 64 waterfalls near Aurora is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 76°F

Wed 71°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 84°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Aurora

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Abiqua Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Butte Creek Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Fall Creek Falls Strong · 160 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Little Lee Falls Strong · 6 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Little Niagara Falls Moderate · 69 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Vanishing Falls Moderate · 69 cfs 73rd percentile

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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

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

South Falls

33.6 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

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

Lower South Falls

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

Lower North Falls

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

Double Falls

11.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft

All 66 Waterfalls Near Aurora

Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

10.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

9.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

10.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

9.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Stout Creek Falls

9.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

13.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

Nenamusa Falls

25.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hideaway Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vanishing Falls waterfall

Vanishing Falls

0.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

0.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Final Falls waterfall

Final Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Falls waterfall

Split Falls

1.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Little Niagara Falls

30.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.0 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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