Waterfall Hikes Near Deschutes River Woods, OR

5,595 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Deschutes River Woods? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Deschutes River Woods. 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 43.9887°N, -121.3608°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Deschutes River Woods

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 26 gauged

3 of 23 waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods are flowing strongly today

Awbrey Falls Low Big Falls Low Cline Falls Low Odin Falls Low Steelhead Falls Low Benham Falls Low Dillon Falls Low Lava Island Falls Low Paulina Creek Falls Low Upper Falls Deschutes River Low Tumalo Falls Low Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Moderate Indian Hole Falls Moderate Obsidian Falls Moderate Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Roaring Proxy Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Wizard Falls Low Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Sat 58°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 63°F Partly Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 71°F Sunny
Wed 71°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 72°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Deschutes River Woods

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Linton Falls Roaring · 697 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Proxy Falls Roaring · 697 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 697 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Honey Creek Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Indian Hole Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 55th percentile
  6. 6 Obsidian Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 55th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Deschutes River Woods (10 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.

Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

37.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Deschutes River Woods (23 waterfalls)

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

Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Deschutes River Woods

Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

37.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

42.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Awbrey Falls waterfall

Awbrey Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

7.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

9.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cline Falls waterfall

Cline Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Odin Falls waterfall

Odin Falls

27.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Upper Chush Falls

42.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft

Chush Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pringle Falls

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

Steelhead Falls

33.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

1.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Honey Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

39.8 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft
Linton Falls waterfall

Linton Falls

4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 500 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Deschutes River Woods

Are there free waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Deschutes River Woods?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Deschutes River Woods, including Cline Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Deschutes River Woods?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Deschutes River Woods, including Cline Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Deschutes River Woods?

The shortest waterfall hike near Deschutes River Woods is Awbrey Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods?

The tallest waterfall near Deschutes River Woods is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Deschutes River Woods?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Deschutes River Woods have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Deschutes River Woods?

The closest waterfall to Deschutes River Woods is Lava Island Falls, approximately 1.6 miles away.

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