Waterfall Hikes Near Durham, OR

1,860 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
82 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Durham? There are 82 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Durham. 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 45.3941°N, -122.7580°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Durham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

80 of 82 gauged

2 of 80 waterfalls near Durham are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Bonnie Falls Low Jackson Falls Low 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 Barely Flowing Drake Falls Barely Flowing Drift Creek Falls Barely Flowing Lower North Falls Barely Flowing Lower Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Lower South Falls Barely Flowing Middle North Falls Barely Flowing North Falls Barely Flowing Shellburg Falls Barely Flowing Winter Falls Barely Flowing Upper North Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing South Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate 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 Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Moderate Lucia Falls Moderate Moulton Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Moderate Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Strong Marietta Falls Strong Munson Creek Falls Moderate Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate Washboard Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Mon 93°F Patchy Smoke
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Durham

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1040 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1040 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Willamette Falls Strong · 233 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Marietta Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Kalama River Falls Strong · 1290 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Munson Creek Falls Moderate · 88 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Durham (17 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

7.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

33.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

All 82 Waterfalls Near Durham

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

7.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

41.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Little Lee Falls

32 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

33.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

30.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft

Haines Falls

35 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bonnie Falls waterfall

Bonnie Falls

35.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

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

South Falls

46 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

32.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

43.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

28 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

26.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

32.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

28.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Durham

Are there free waterfalls near Durham?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Durham?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Durham, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Durham?

There are 63 dog-friendly waterfalls near Durham, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Durham?

There are 63 kid-friendly waterfalls near Durham, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Durham?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Durham, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Durham?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Durham?

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

Do any waterfalls near Durham require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Durham?

Yes, 77 waterfalls near Durham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Durham?

The closest waterfall to Durham is Willamette Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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Moffetts (Bonneville) Hot Springs

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46.6 mi 97°F

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Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs

47.1 mi 136°F

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Swim Warm Springs

48.3 mi 79°F

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Austin Hot Springs

Austin Hot Springs

49.9 mi 186°F

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51.2 mi

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St Martins Hot Springs

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