Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit, OR

102 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
72 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Detroit? There are 72 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Detroit. 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 44.7338°N, -122.1513°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Detroit

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

71 of 72 gauged

71 waterfalls near Detroit have live flow data today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chush Falls Moderate Upper Chush 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 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 Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Honey Creek Falls Low Indian Hole Falls Low Obsidian Falls Low Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Linton Falls Low Proxy Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Wizard Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

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 82°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Detroit

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 60th percentile
  2. 2 Chush Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Upper Chush Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls Moderate · 1020 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate · 1020 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Shellburg Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit (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.

Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

13.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Detroit (59 waterfalls)

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

Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

38.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

41.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 72 Waterfalls Near Detroit

Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

4.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

4.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

25 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

24.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Moose Creek Falls

35.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

24.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

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

South Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

8.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Wizard Falls waterfall

Wizard Falls

27.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Detroit

Are there free waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Detroit?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Detroit?

There are 59 dog-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 58 kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Detroit?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Detroit?

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

Do any waterfalls near Detroit require permits?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Detroit require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Detroit?

Yes, 72 waterfalls near Detroit have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Detroit?

The closest waterfall to Detroit is Sullivan Creek Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Detroit, Oregon

Breitenbush Hot Springs

Breitenbush Hot Springs

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Bagby Hot Springs

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Austin Hot Springs

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Bigelow Hot Springs

Bigelow Hot Springs

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Foley Springs

Foley Springs

30.6 mi 178°F

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Belknap Springs

30.7 mi 160°F

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