Waterfall Hikes Near Bend, OR

111,774 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bend? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bend. 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 44.0563°N, -121.3095°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bend

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 27 gauged

25 waterfalls near Bend have live flow data today

Awbrey Falls Moderate Big Falls Moderate Cline Falls Moderate Odin Falls Moderate Steelhead Falls Moderate Benham Falls Barely Flowing Dillon Falls Barely Flowing Lava Island Falls Barely Flowing Paulina Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Deschutes River Barely Flowing Tumalo Falls Barely Flowing Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush Falls Moderate Gatch Falls Moderate Marion Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Low Indian Hole Falls Low Obsidian Falls Low Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Wizard Falls Moderate Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 60°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 65°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 68°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 70°F Sunny
Wed 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bend

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Marion Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Gatch Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 676 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Proxy Falls Moderate · 676 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Linton Falls Moderate · 676 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Steelhead Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bend (10 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.

Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

37.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bend (23 waterfalls)

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

Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Bend

Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

37.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Awbrey Falls waterfall

Awbrey Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

27.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

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

Steelhead Falls

33.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Upper Chush Falls

42.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft

Chush Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

7.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

1.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Honey Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft

Pringle Falls

8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linton Falls waterfall

Linton Falls

4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bend

Are there free waterfalls near Bend?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Bend, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bend?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Bend, including Cline Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bend?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bend, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bend?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bend, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bend?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bend, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bend?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bend is Awbrey Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bend?

The tallest waterfall near Bend is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bend require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Bend require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bend?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Bend have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bend?

The closest waterfall to Bend is Lava Island Falls, approximately 7.1 miles away.

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