Waterfall Hikes Near Bandon, OR

3,317 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Bandon's waterfalls hide up the Coquille River drainage, an hour or so inland toward Powers where the Siskiyou forest starts. Elk Creek Falls and Coquille River Falls each take 1.2 miles out and back with about 200 feet of gain, dogs fine on both. Lost Creek Falls is closer to a roadside stop at 0.3 miles. Estelle Falls stretches to four miles round trip with 600 feet of climbing. Fifteen falls total, so pick two or three and make a day of the river road.

Located at 43.1141°N, -124.4158°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bandon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Bandon have live flow data today

Coquille River Falls Moderate Stair Creek Falls Moderate Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kelsey Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Laverne Falls Moderate Middle Creek Falls Moderate Lost Creek Falls Barely Flowing Platinum Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Mon 67°F Partly Sunny
Tue 64°F Partly Sunny
Wed 66°F Partly Sunny
Thu 65°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 64°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 64°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 63°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bandon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Elk Creek Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Coquille River Falls Moderate · 1750 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Stair Creek Falls Moderate · 1750 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Laverne Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Creek Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 Platinum Falls Low · 798 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bandon (5 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.

Laverne Falls waterfall

Laverne Falls

30.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

37.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bandon (8 waterfalls)

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

Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

19.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Estelle Falls

43.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Bandon

Middle Creek Falls waterfall

Middle Creek Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Laverne Falls waterfall

Laverne Falls

30.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Lost Creek Falls waterfall

Lost Creek Falls

19.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

37.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Pidgeon Falls

43.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Estelle Falls

43.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

49.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Henrys Falls waterfall

Henrys Falls

44 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stulls Falls waterfall

Stulls Falls

43.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Hewett Falls

35.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Golden Falls waterfall

Golden Falls

37.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

10.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Platinum Falls waterfall

Platinum Falls

37.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kelsey Falls (historical)

33.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bandon

Are there free waterfalls near Bandon?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bandon?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bandon?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bandon?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bandon, including Coquille River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bandon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bandon is Coquille River Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bandon?

The tallest waterfall near Bandon is Silver Falls at 177 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bandon?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Bandon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bandon?

The closest waterfall to Bandon is Middle Creek Falls, approximately 22.1 miles away.

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