Waterfall Hikes Near Cornelius, OR

13,245 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
53 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cornelius? There are 53 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

51 of 53 gauged

2 of 51 waterfalls near Cornelius are flowing strongly today

Abiqua Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Moderate Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil 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 Double Falls Low Drake Falls Low Drift Creek Falls Low Lower North Falls Low Lower South Falls Low Middle North Falls Low North Falls Low Winter Falls Low Upper North Falls Low Twin Falls Low South Falls Low Eagle Creek Upper Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Lucia Falls Barely Flowing Moulton Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Strong Marietta Falls Strong Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 79°F Sunny
Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 70°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Sat 65°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny Best

Find waterfalls to hike near Cornelius

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cornelius (13 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

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

University Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft

All 53 Waterfalls Near Cornelius

Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

38.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

41.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

38.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

38.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

41.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

25.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cornelius

Are there free waterfalls near Cornelius?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cornelius?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near Cornelius, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cornelius?

There are 41 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cornelius, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cornelius?

There are 42 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, 3 waterfalls near Cornelius require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cornelius?

Yes, 43 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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