Waterfall Hikes Near Eugene, OR

270,990 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Kentucky Falls is the drive Eugene hikers make when they have a whole day, a long run of forest roads west into the Coast Range, then 4.4 miles round trip with 800 feet of gain to stand under the upper and lower drops. Wildwood Falls asks almost nothing, a tenth of a mile near Culp Creek with swimming below and dogs welcome. Alsea Falls to the north runs a 2.4 mile loop. Thirty one falls come up within fifty miles of town.

Located at 44.0564°N, -123.1174°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Eugene

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

31 of 31 waterfalls near Eugene are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Strong Green Peak Falls Strong Beaver Creek Falls Roaring Sweet Creek Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Creek Falls Roaring Chichester Falls Strong Grouse Mountain Falls Roaring Lower Parker Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Roaring Salt Creek Falls Roaring Upper Parker Falls Roaring Smith Falls Roaring Lower Kentucky Falls Strong North Fork Falls Strong Upper Kentucky Falls Strong The Horn Strong Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong Lower Trestle Creek Falls Strong Moonfalls Strong Pinard Falls Strong Upper Trestle Creek Falls Strong Spirit Falls Strong Siuslaw Falls Roaring Smith River Falls Roaring Wolf Creek Falls Strong Susan Creek Falls Strong Wildwood Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sun 68°F Sunny
Mon 69°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 70°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 69°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 71°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Eugene

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Smith Falls Roaring · 470 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Cascade Falls Roaring · 119 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Smith River Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Fall Creek Falls Roaring · 119 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Grouse Mountain Falls Roaring · 470 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Upper Parker Falls Roaring · 470 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Eugene (19 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.

Siuslaw Falls waterfall

Siuslaw Falls

20.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown
Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

29 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

29.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Wildwood Falls waterfall

Wildwood Falls

30 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.1 miles Unknown

All 31 Waterfalls Near Eugene

Smith River Falls waterfall

Smith River Falls

42.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

44.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

44.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Susan Creek Falls waterfall

Susan Creek Falls

44.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Aerial view around Grouse Mountain Falls in Oregon Aerial

Grouse Mountain Falls

45.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft
LiDAR terrain view around Moose Creek Falls in Oregon, about 208 feet of drop LiDAR

Moose Creek Falls

45.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

45.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles Unknown
Salt Creek Falls waterfall

Salt Creek Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Wolf Creek Falls waterfall

Wolf Creek Falls

48.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Eugene

Are there free waterfalls near Eugene?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Eugene, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Eugene?

There are 19 easy waterfall hikes near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Eugene?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Eugene?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Eugene?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Eugene, including Alsea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Eugene?

The shortest waterfall hike near Eugene is Alsea Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Eugene?

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

Do any waterfalls near Eugene require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Eugene requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Eugene?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near Eugene have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Eugene?

The closest waterfall to Eugene is Siuslaw Falls, approximately 20.4 miles away.

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