Waterfall Hikes Near Damascus, OR

10,555 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Damascus? There are 85 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Damascus. 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 45.4233°N, -122.4436°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Damascus

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 85 gauged

2 of 84 waterfalls near Damascus are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Barely Flowing Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Strong 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 Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Falls Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Moderate Punchbowl Falls Moderate Warren Creek Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Roaring Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Tod 73°F Cloudy
Fri 65°F Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 63°F Rain Showers Likely then Chance Light Rain
Mon 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Tue 68°F Partly Sunny
Wed 69°F Partly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Damascus

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Roaring · 3 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 74th percentile
  3. 3 Lancaster Falls Moderate · 272 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Warren Creek Falls Moderate · 272 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Punchbowl Falls Moderate · 272 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate · 1250 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Damascus (17 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

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

Middle Falls

19.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Damascus (67 waterfalls)

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

Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

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

Latourell Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Damascus

Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

10 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

10.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

10.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

10.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft

Kalama Falls

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

Tamanawas Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 580 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Umbrella Falls waterfall

Umbrella Falls

25.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Switchback Falls waterfall

Switchback Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Washboard Falls

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

Sahale Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

22.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Kalama River Falls

18.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shipherd Falls waterfall

Shipherd Falls

38.8 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

37.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Damascus

Are there free waterfalls near Damascus?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Damascus, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Damascus?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Damascus, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Damascus?

There are 67 dog-friendly waterfalls near Damascus, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Damascus?

There are 67 kid-friendly waterfalls near Damascus, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Damascus?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Damascus, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Damascus?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Damascus?

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

Do any waterfalls near Damascus require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Damascus require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Damascus?

Yes, 80 waterfalls near Damascus have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Damascus?

The closest waterfall to Damascus is The Falls, approximately 10.9 miles away.

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Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

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34.1 mi 194°F

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35.3 mi 136°F

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Swim Warm Springs

36.4 mi 79°F

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Austin Hot Springs

Austin Hot Springs

38.0 mi 186°F

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