Waterfall Hikes Near Gates, OR

451 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
55 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gates? There are 55 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

55 of 55 gauged

55 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 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chichester 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 Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing The 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 Gatch Falls Barely Flowing Gooch Falls Barely Flowing Marion Falls Barely Flowing Koosah Falls Barely Flowing Sahalie Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Low Upper Latourell Falls Low 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 Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Wizard Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Moderate Tamolitch Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Areas Of Fog · 69°F

Fri 62°F Rain Showers
Sat 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 62°F Rain Showers then Chance Light Rain
Mon 65°F Chance Light Rain
Tue 67°F Areas Of Fog
Wed 69°F Areas Of Fog Best
Thu 68°F Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Gates

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Split Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th percentile
  2. 2 Stein Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Hideaway Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Little Niagara Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th percentile
  5. 5 Vanishing Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Final Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 57th 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

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

Horseshoe Falls

9.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

All 55 Waterfalls Near Gates

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

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

Double Falls

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

Lower North Falls

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

Lower South Falls

33.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

Moose Creek Falls

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

Upper Soda Falls

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

Drift Creek Falls

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

Lower Soda Falls

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

McNabb Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Pegleg Falls

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

Gooch Falls

17.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gatch Falls

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

Marion Falls

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

The Falls

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

Middle Falls

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

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

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

Willamette Falls

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

Sahalie Falls

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

Koosah Falls

25.4 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, 55 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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