Waterfall Hikes Near Gates, OR

451 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gates? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gates. 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 44.7561°N, -122.4201°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gates

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 57 gauged

57 waterfalls near Gates have live flow data today

Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester Falls Barely Flowing Double Falls Moderate Drake Falls Moderate Drift Creek Falls Moderate Lower North Falls Moderate Lower Shellburg Falls Moderate Lower South Falls Moderate Middle North Falls Moderate North Falls Moderate Shellburg Falls Moderate Winter Falls Moderate Upper North Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate South Falls Moderate Eagle Creek Upper Falls Low Middle Falls Low The Falls Low Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Proxy Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Wizard Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Sunny
Fri 83°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny
Mon 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Gates

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Middle Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Creek Upper Falls Moderate · 668 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 South Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 937 cfs 42nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gates (12 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.

Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

13.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gates (43 waterfalls)

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

Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Stout Creek Falls

17.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

17.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Gates

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

24 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

Moose Creek Falls

35.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

8.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

8.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

32.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

38.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gooch Falls waterfall

Gooch Falls

41.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gatch Falls

15.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marion Falls waterfall

Marion Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

10.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Sahalie Falls waterfall

Sahalie Falls

34.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Koosah Falls waterfall

Koosah Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gates

Are there free waterfalls near Gates?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Gates, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gates?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Gates, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gates?

There are 43 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gates, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gates?

There are 44 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gates, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gates?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Gates, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gates?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gates is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gates?

The tallest waterfall near Gates is Proxy Falls at 226 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Gates require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Gates require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gates?

Yes, 57 waterfalls near Gates have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gates?

The closest waterfall to Gates is Salmon Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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