Waterfall Hikes Near Dufur, OR

857 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dufur? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dufur. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.4531°N, -121.1288°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dufur

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

1 of 45 waterfalls near Dufur is flowing strongly today

Celestial Falls Moderate White River Falls Moderate Celilo Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Crooked Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cushing Falls Strong Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Shipherd Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Tumwater Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Multnomah Falls Barely Flowing Oneonta Falls Barely Flowing Wiesendanger Falls Barely Flowing Wahkeena Falls Barely Flowing Lancaster Falls Low Punchbowl Falls Low Warren Creek Falls Low Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Low Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Low Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing The Dalles (historical) Barely Flowing

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 89°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 66°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 70°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Dufur

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cushing Falls Strong · 177000 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Celestial Falls Moderate · 97 cfs 32nd percentile
  3. 3 White River Falls Moderate · 97 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Split Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Stein Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Vanishing Falls Moderate · 65 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dufur (9 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.

Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dufur (32 waterfalls)

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

White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Dufur

Cushing Falls waterfall

Cushing Falls

22.7 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
The Dalles (historical) waterfall

The Dalles (historical)

20.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
White River Falls waterfall

White River Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
0.8 miles 200 ft
Celestial Falls waterfall

Celestial Falls

33 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

10.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherars Falls waterfall

Sherars Falls

29.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Celilo Falls (historical) waterfall

Celilo Falls (historical)

8.1 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Tamanawas Falls waterfall

Tamanawas Falls

7.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 580 ft
Wallalute Falls waterfall

Wallalute Falls

9.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sahale Falls waterfall

Sahale Falls

23.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Umbrella Falls waterfall

Umbrella Falls

25.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 600 ft
Punchbowl Falls waterfall

Punchbowl Falls

38.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.2 miles 400 ft
Switchback Falls waterfall

Switchback Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Outlet Falls waterfall

Outlet Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wah Gwin Gwin Falls waterfall

Wah Gwin Gwin Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Ramona Falls waterfall

Ramona Falls

16.4 miles away
Oregon
Hard
7.0 miles 800 ft
Yocum Falls waterfall

Yocum Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Warren Creek Falls waterfall

Warren Creek Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Lancaster Falls waterfall

Lancaster Falls

37.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dufur

Are there free waterfalls near Dufur?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Dufur, including Elowah Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dufur?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Dufur, including Celilo Falls (historical).

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dufur?

There are 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dufur, including Celestial Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dufur?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dufur, including Celestial Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dufur?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dufur, including Little Niagara Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dufur?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dufur is Celestial Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dufur?

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

Do any waterfalls near Dufur require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Dufur require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dufur?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Dufur have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dufur?

The closest waterfall to Dufur is Cushing Falls, approximately 8.1 miles away.

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