Waterfall Hikes Near Cave Junction, OR

1,910 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cave Junction? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cave Junction. 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 42.1672°N, -123.6473°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Cave Junction have live flow data today

Coquille River Falls Barely Flowing Stair Creek Falls Barely Flowing Dillon Falls Low Ti'lomikh Falls Low Elk Creek Falls Low Grave Creek Falls Barely Flowing Kelsey Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Lower Black Bar Falls Barely Flowing Rainie Falls Barely Flowing Upper Black Bar Falls Barely Flowing Ishi Pishi Falls Barely Flowing Little Illinois River Falls Low Loretta Falls Barely Flowing Wilderness Falls Barely Flowing Maple Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Taylor Creek Falls Moderate

Updated 15 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 66°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 76°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cave Junction

Updated 25 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Taylor Creek Falls Moderate · 117 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Wilderness Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Loretta Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 27th percentile
  4. 4 Little Illinois River Falls Low · 49 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Elk Creek Falls Low · 55 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Dillon Falls Low · 1710 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cave Junction (4 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

41.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cave Junction (11 waterfalls)

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

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

33.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Rainie Falls waterfall

Rainie Falls

43.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

Little Illinois River Falls waterfall

Little Illinois River Falls

39.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Loretta Falls

45.2 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Taylor Creek Falls waterfall

Taylor Creek Falls

33.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Wilderness Falls waterfall

Wilderness Falls

24.6 miles away
California
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Rainie Falls waterfall

Rainie Falls

43.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.6 miles 300 ft
Grave Creek Falls waterfall

Grave Creek Falls

42.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Black Bar Falls waterfall

Upper Black Bar Falls

41.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower Black Bar Falls waterfall

Lower Black Bar Falls

41.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kelsey Falls (historical)

42 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ponytail Falls waterfall

Ponytail Falls

30.9 miles away
California
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Stair Creek Falls waterfall

Stair Creek Falls

47.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ti'lomikh Falls waterfall

Ti'lomikh Falls

8.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

8.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coquille River Falls waterfall

Coquille River Falls

34.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Ishi Pishi Falls waterfall

Ishi Pishi Falls

48.3 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

40.1 miles away
California
Moderate
7.5 miles 800 ft
Elk Creek Falls waterfall

Elk Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cave Junction

Are there free waterfalls near Cave Junction?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cave Junction?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cave Junction?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cave Junction, including Coquille River Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cave Junction?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cave Junction?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cave Junction is Coquille River Falls at 0.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cave Junction?

The tallest waterfall near Cave Junction is Ponytail Falls at 75 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cave Junction require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cave Junction require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cave Junction?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Cave Junction have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cave Junction?

The closest waterfall to Cave Junction is Little Illinois River Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

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Sulphur Springs

38.7 mi 84°F

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Jackson Hot Springs

40.9 mi 95°F

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