Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia City, OR

1,773 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Columbia City? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Columbia City. 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 45.8950°N, -122.8116°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Columbia City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

50 of 52 gauged

2 of 50 waterfalls near Columbia City are flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Low Jackson Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cedar Creek Falls Low 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 Curly Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Harmony Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Ki-a-Kuts Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Low Upper Latourell Falls Low Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Barely Flowing Marietta Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low Willamette Falls Low University Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 88°F Sunny
Thu 73°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 65°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 63°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 65°F Chance Light Rain
Mon 68°F Partly Sunny Best
Tue 69°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Columbia City

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lee Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Haines Falls Strong · 211 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 52 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Beaver Falls Moderate · 168000 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Lower Kalama River Falls Low · 2570 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Marietta Falls Low · 2570 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Columbia City (15 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.

Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Columbia City (39 waterfalls)

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

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Columbia City

Marietta Falls

17.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

35 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

9.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

8.9 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

3.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

27.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Washboard Falls

48.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Cedar Creek Falls waterfall

Cedar Creek Falls

44.3 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.2 miles 300 ft

Kalama Falls

23.8 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.5 miles 200 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

42.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Dougan Falls waterfall

Dougan Falls

16.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls Creek Falls waterfall

Falls Creek Falls

38.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.4 miles 750 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

24.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Columbia City

Are there free waterfalls near Columbia City?

There are 33 free waterfalls near Columbia City, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Columbia City?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Columbia City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Columbia City?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Columbia City, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia City?

There are 40 kid-friendly waterfalls near Columbia City, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Columbia City?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Columbia City, including Dougan Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Columbia City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Columbia City is Barth Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Columbia City?

The tallest waterfall near Columbia City is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Columbia City require permits?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Columbia City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Columbia City?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near Columbia City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Columbia City?

The closest waterfall to Columbia City is Marietta Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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