Waterfall Hikes Near Cascade Locks, OR

1,418 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
70 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cascade Locks? There are 70 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cascade Locks. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.6763°N, -121.8719°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cascade Locks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

68 of 70 gauged

1 of 68 waterfalls near Cascade Locks is flowing strongly today

Celilo Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Coopey Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Mist Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Cowlitz Falls Moderate Harmony Falls Moderate Crooked Creek Falls Barely Flowing Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Langfield Falls Barely Flowing Cushing Falls Strong Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Low Lucia Falls Low Moulton Falls Low Salmon Falls Low Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Low Punchbowl Falls Low Warren Creek Falls Low Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Low Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing The Dalles (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Mon 77°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Sunny
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 79°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cascade Locks

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cowlitz Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Harmony Falls Roaring · 1100 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Cushing Falls Strong · 133000 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Willamette Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 38th percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Moderate · 613 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cascade Locks (17 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.

Wahclella Falls waterfall

Wahclella Falls

3.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cascade Locks (51 waterfalls)

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

Metlako Falls waterfall

Metlako Falls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

14.6 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

20.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 70 Waterfalls Near Cascade Locks

Metlako Falls waterfall

Metlako Falls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Punch Bowl Falls waterfall

Punch Bowl Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Loowit Falls waterfall

Loowit Falls

40.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tunnel Falls waterfall

Tunnel Falls

14.6 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,640 ft
Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

20.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahclella Falls waterfall

Wahclella Falls

3.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Tanner Creek Falls waterfall

Tanner Creek Falls

3.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wahe Falls

3.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moffett Falls waterfall

Moffett Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

23 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft
Rodney Falls waterfall

Rodney Falls

32.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 850 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

22.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Hardy Falls waterfall

Hardy Falls

25.4 miles away
Washington
Hard
7.5 miles 2,000 ft
Elowah Falls waterfall

Elowah Falls

34.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 280 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

24.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

38.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
Oneonta Falls waterfall

Oneonta Falls

38.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

37.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

6.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Wiesendanger Falls waterfall

Wiesendanger Falls

2.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cascade Locks

Are there free waterfalls near Cascade Locks?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Cascade Locks, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cascade Locks?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Cascade Locks, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cascade Locks?

There are 51 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cascade Locks, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cascade Locks?

There are 52 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cascade Locks, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cascade Locks?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cascade Locks, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cascade Locks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cascade Locks is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cascade Locks?

The tallest waterfall near Cascade Locks is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cascade Locks require permits?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Cascade Locks require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cascade Locks?

Yes, 69 waterfalls near Cascade Locks have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cascade Locks?

The closest waterfall to Cascade Locks is Metlako Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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