Waterfall Hikes Near Dexter, OR

1,068 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dexter? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dexter. 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 43.9188°N, -122.8220°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dexter

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 46 gauged

2 of 43 waterfalls near Dexter are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Clover Falls Barely Flowing Emile Falls Barely Flowing Grotto Falls Barely Flowing Hemlock Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Yakso Falls Barely Flowing Steamboat Falls Barely Flowing Deer Lick Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Indian Hole Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Upper Kentucky Falls Barely Flowing The Horn Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing Lower Trestle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Moonfalls Barely Flowing Pinard Falls Barely Flowing Upper Trestle Creek Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Proxy Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Shadow Falls Moderate Wolf Creek Falls Moderate Susan Creek Falls Moderate Siuslaw Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing Wildwood Falls Barely Flowing Toketee Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 79°F Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Fri 62°F Light Rain
Sat 62°F Light Rain Likely

Flowing best right now near Dexter

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Proxy Falls Strong · 712 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Strong · 712 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Toketee Falls Moderate · 91 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Shadow Falls Low · 41 cfs 21st percentile
  5. 5 Susan Creek Falls Low · 41 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Wolf Creek Falls Low · 41 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dexter (15 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.

Moonfalls waterfall

Moonfalls

47.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dexter (39 waterfalls)

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

Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

36.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

45.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Lower Trestle Creek Falls waterfall CC

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Dexter

Hemlock Falls waterfall

Hemlock Falls

26.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Yakso Falls waterfall

Yakso Falls

1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

35.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

35.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clover Falls waterfall

Clover Falls

34.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

24.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Moose Creek Falls

37.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

26.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Kentucky Falls waterfall CC

Upper Kentucky Falls

45.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
Lower Kentucky Falls waterfall

Lower Kentucky Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 800 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Shadow Falls waterfall

Shadow Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Painter Falls

11.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Honey Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Horn waterfall

The Horn

46.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

44.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dexter

Are there free waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Dexter, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dexter?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Dexter, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dexter?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dexter, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dexter, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dexter, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dexter?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dexter is Alsea Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dexter?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dexter require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Dexter require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dexter?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Dexter have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dexter?

The closest waterfall to Dexter is Wildwood Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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