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

13 of 34 waterfalls near Black Butte Ranch are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Aft 79°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 57°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 66°F Sunny
Fri 62°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 55°F Chance Snow Showers
Sun 62°F Mostly Sunny Best

Find waterfalls to hike near Black Butte Ranch

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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

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

Koosah Falls

21.1 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

18 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chush Falls

6.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

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

Obsidian Falls

Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Black Butte Ranch

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

4.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

37.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

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

Benham Falls

40.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

14.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

24.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

7.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

35.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Moose Creek Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

8.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

20.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

46.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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 9.0 miles away.

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