Waterfall Hikes Near Black Butte Ranch, OR

126 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Black Butte Ranch? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Black Butte Ranch. 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 44.3578°N, -121.6588°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Black Butte Ranch

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 36 gauged

34 waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch have live flow data today

Awbrey Falls Barely Flowing Big Falls Barely Flowing Cline Falls Barely Flowing Odin Falls Barely Flowing Steelhead Falls Barely Flowing Benham Falls Low Dillon Falls Low Lava Island Falls Low Paulina Creek Falls Low Upper Falls Deschutes River Low Tumalo Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chush Falls Low Upper Chush Falls Low Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing 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 Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Wizard Falls Barely Flowing Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Creek Falls Low

Updated 9 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 70°F

Fri 63°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 55°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 59°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 64°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 70°F Sunny Best
Thu 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Black Butte Ranch

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Proxy Falls Moderate · 662 cfs 37th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 662 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Linton Falls Moderate · 662 cfs 37th percentile
  4. 4 Benham Falls Low · 16 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Paulina Creek Falls Low · 16 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Tumalo Falls Low · 16 cfs 19th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Black Butte Ranch (12 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.

Sahalie Falls waterfall

Sahalie Falls

25.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Koosah Falls waterfall

Koosah Falls

25.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Black Butte Ranch (31 waterfalls)

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

Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

43.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chush Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

42.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Black Butte Ranch

Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

43.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chush Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

42.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft
Sahalie Falls waterfall

Sahalie Falls

25.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Koosah Falls waterfall

Koosah Falls

25.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tamolitch Falls waterfall

Tamolitch Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 285 ft
Steelhead Falls waterfall

Steelhead Falls

33.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

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

Linton Falls

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

Marion Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft

Gatch Falls

19.8 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
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

17.8 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
Awbrey Falls waterfall

Awbrey Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Black Butte Ranch

Are there free waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Black Butte Ranch?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Black Butte Ranch, including Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Black Butte Ranch?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Black Butte Ranch, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Black Butte Ranch?

The shortest waterfall hike near Black Butte Ranch is Awbrey Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch?

The tallest waterfall near Black Butte Ranch is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Black Butte Ranch?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Black Butte Ranch?

The closest waterfall to Black Butte Ranch is Wizard Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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