Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit, OR

102 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Detroit? There are 61 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

61 of 61 gauged

10 of 61 waterfalls near Detroit are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Partly Sunny · 67°F

Aft 62°F Rain Showers
Sat 57°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 61°F Rain Showers
Mon 64°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Light Rain
Tue 66°F Partly Sunny
Wed 67°F Partly Sunny Best
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Detroit

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Upper Soda Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Soda Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Moose Creek Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 697 cfs 95th percentile
  6. 6 Linton Falls Roaring · 697 cfs 95th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Detroit (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.

Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

13.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Detroit (49 waterfalls)

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

Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

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

McNabb Falls

13 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

17.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near Detroit

The Falls waterfall

The Falls

19.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hideaway Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vanishing Falls waterfall

Vanishing Falls

0.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

0.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Final Falls

0.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Falls waterfall

Split Falls

1.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stein Falls waterfall

Stein Falls

30.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Little Niagara Falls

30.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.0 miles 400 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

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

Linton Falls

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

Obsidian Falls

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

Upper Latourell Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

Honey Creek Falls

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

Yocum Falls

29.6 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
Ramona Falls waterfall

Ramona Falls

16.4 miles away
Oregon
Hard
7.0 miles 800 ft

Chush Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Upper Chush Falls

42.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft
Switchback Falls waterfall

Switchback Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Detroit

Are there free waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Detroit?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Detroit, including Butte Creek Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Detroit?

There are 49 dog-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 48 kid-friendly waterfalls near Detroit, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Detroit?

There are 3 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 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Detroit?

The tallest waterfall near Detroit is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Detroit require permits?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Detroit require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Detroit?

Yes, 61 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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Foley Springs

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Belknap Springs

30.7 mi 160°F

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