Waterfall Hikes Near Brookings, OR

6,719 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookings? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookings. 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 42.0697°N, -124.3002°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookings

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Brookings is flowing strongly today

Coquille River Falls Moderate Stair Creek Falls Moderate Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing Little Illinois River Falls Barely Flowing Loretta Falls Barely Flowing Wilderness Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Creek Falls Roaring

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 59°F

Mon 66°F Sunny
Tue 64°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 62°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 62°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 59°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 59°F Partly Sunny
Sun 58°F Mostly Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Brookings

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Taylor Creek Falls Roaring · 73 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Coquille River Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Stair Creek Falls Moderate · 1470 cfs 59th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 128 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Little Illinois River Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Elk Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 35 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brookings (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

42.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brookings (5 waterfalls)

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

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Brookings

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Loretta Falls

11 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

19.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

42.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

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

Elk Creek Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookings

Are there free waterfalls near Brookings?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brookings?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookings?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookings?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookings, including Coquille River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brookings?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Brookings, including Little Illinois River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookings?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brookings is Coquille River Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookings?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Brookings have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookings?

The closest waterfall to Brookings is Little Illinois River Falls, approximately 34.5 miles away.

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