Waterfall Hikes Near Banks, OR

2,047 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Banks? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Banks. 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 45.6150°N, -123.1071°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Banks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 37 gauged

2 of 35 waterfalls near Banks are flowing strongly today

Baker Creek Falls Barely Flowing Ki-a-Kuts Falls Barely Flowing Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Low Jackson Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Low Upper Latourell Falls Low Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low Willamette Falls Low University Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 90°F Sunny
Thu 74°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 66°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 66°F Partly Sunny
Mon 69°F Partly Sunny Best
Tue 70°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Banks

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lee Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Haines Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Beaver Falls Moderate · 168000 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Lower Kalama River Falls Low · 2570 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Marietta Falls Low · 2570 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Banks (9 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.

University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Banks (26 waterfalls)

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

Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Banks

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

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

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 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
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

16.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Kilchis Falls

15 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

23.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

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

Nehalem Falls

15.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Banks

Are there free waterfalls near Banks?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Banks, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Banks?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Banks, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Banks?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Banks, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Banks?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Banks, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Banks?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Banks, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Banks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Banks is Baker Creek Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Banks?

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

Do any waterfalls near Banks require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Banks require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Banks?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Banks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Banks?

The closest waterfall to Banks is Jackson Falls, approximately 7.6 miles away.

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