Waterfall Hikes Near Crescent Lake, OR

14 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crescent Lake? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crescent Lake. 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 43.5097°N, -121.9354°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 49 gauged

11 of 44 waterfalls near Crescent Lake are flowing strongly today

Annie Falls Moderate Duwee Falls Moderate Benham Falls Roaring Dillon Falls Roaring Lava Island Falls Roaring Paulina Creek Falls Roaring Upper Falls Deschutes River Roaring Tumalo Falls Roaring Chichester Falls Roaring Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush Falls Moderate Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Whitehorse Falls Barely Flowing Clover Falls Moderate Hemlock Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Yakso Falls Moderate Steamboat Falls Moderate Deer Lick Falls Strong Muir Creek Falls Strong Grouse Mountain Falls Barely Flowing Lower Parker Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Salt Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Parker Falls Barely Flowing Smith Falls Barely Flowing Honey Creek Falls Moderate Indian Hole Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Lemolo Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Moderate Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Lower Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Moonfalls Moderate Pinard Falls Moderate Upper Trestle Creek Falls Moderate Spirit Falls Moderate Red Blanket Falls Moderate Stuart Falls Moderate Wildwood Falls Roaring Watson Falls Low Toketee Falls Low Susan Creek Falls Strong

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Aft 57°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 48°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 53°F Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Mon 61°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 62°F Sunny
Wed 63°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 65°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Crescent Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chichester Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wildwood Falls Roaring · 62 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Susan Creek Falls Strong · 42 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Muir Creek Falls Strong · 56 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Deer Lick Falls Strong · 56 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Red Blanket Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 58th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crescent Lake (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.

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crescent Lake (41 waterfalls)

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

Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lemolo Falls waterfall

Lemolo Falls

5.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

49.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lemolo Falls waterfall

Lemolo Falls

5.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

49.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitehorse Falls waterfall

Whitehorse Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Honey Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

25.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

0.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

7.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

1.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Grouse Mountain Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Watson Falls waterfall

Watson Falls

27.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 300 ft
Toketee Falls waterfall

Toketee Falls

24.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

6.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Linton Falls waterfall

Linton Falls

4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft

Upper Parker Falls

0.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower Parker Falls

42.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.2 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crescent Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crescent Lake?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Crescent Lake, including Dillon Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crescent Lake?

There are 41 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crescent Lake, including Annie Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Crescent Lake, including Steamboat Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crescent Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crescent Lake is Annie Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crescent Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Crescent Lake is Salt Creek Falls at 286 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Crescent Lake require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Crescent Lake require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crescent Lake?

Yes, 49 waterfalls near Crescent Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crescent Lake?

The closest waterfall to Crescent Lake is Fall Creek Falls, approximately 12.6 miles away.

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