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 Moderate Lower Parker Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Upper Parker Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Strong Indian Hole Falls Strong 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 Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Shadow Falls Barely Flowing Wolf Creek Falls Barely Flowing Susan Creek Falls Barely Flowing Siuslaw Falls Barely Flowing Smith River Falls Barely Flowing Wildwood Falls Barely Flowing Toketee Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Thu 73°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 70°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 73°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Sunny

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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

33.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

Pinard Falls

33.8 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

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

Spirit Falls

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

Lower Trestle Creek Falls

28.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 600 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Dexter

Toketee Falls waterfall

Toketee Falls

48.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.8 miles 200 ft
Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

33.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Lick Falls

41.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

28.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Proxy Falls waterfall

Proxy Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dexter

Are there free waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 29 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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