Waterfall Hikes Near Cornelius, OR

13,245 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
56 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cornelius? There are 56 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cornelius. 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 45.5188°N, -123.0510°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cornelius

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

54 of 56 gauged

1 of 54 waterfalls near Cornelius is flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate 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 Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Low Lee Falls Low Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Strong Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate University Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 86°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Cornelius

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Strong · 3 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Middle Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 South Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cornelius (14 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.

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 56 Waterfalls Near Cornelius

Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

41.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Haines Falls

22.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

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

University Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

27.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

27.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Kilchis Falls

32.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

29.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Nenamusa Falls

28.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Marietta Falls

12.4 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

27.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

9.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cornelius

Are there free waterfalls near Cornelius?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cornelius?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Cornelius, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cornelius?

There are 44 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cornelius?

There are 45 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cornelius?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cornelius?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cornelius is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cornelius?

The tallest waterfall near Cornelius is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cornelius require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Cornelius require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cornelius?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Cornelius have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cornelius?

The closest waterfall to Cornelius is Jackson Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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