Waterfall Hikes Near Gearhart, OR

2,060 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gearhart? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gearhart. 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 46.0289°N, -123.9173°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gearhart

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 16 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Gearhart is flowing strongly today

Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Strong Fisk Falls Barely Flowing Willapa Falls Barely Flowing Kilchis Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Nehalem Falls Barely Flowing North Fork Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Wilson Falls Low University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 60°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 67°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 64°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Thu 60°F Chance Light Rain
Fri 58°F Chance Light Rain
Sat 58°F Chance Light Rain

Find waterfalls to hike near Gearhart

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gearhart (4 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.

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

39.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

48.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gearhart (11 waterfalls)

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

Barth Falls

43.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

34.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Gearhart

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

39.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Barth Falls

43.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fishhawk Falls waterfall

Fishhawk Falls

48.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
North Fork Falls waterfall

North Fork Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Nehalem Falls waterfall

Nehalem Falls

34.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gnat Creek Falls waterfall

Gnat Creek Falls

36.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

48.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilchis Falls

45.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wilson Falls waterfall

Wilson Falls

34 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

41.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Munson Creek Falls waterfall

Munson Creek Falls

41.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fern Rock Falls waterfall

Fern Rock Falls

34.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
University Falls waterfall

University Falls

32.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Willapa Falls waterfall

Willapa Falls

27.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fisk Falls waterfall

Fisk Falls

45.2 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Ki-a-Kuts Falls waterfall

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

44.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gearhart

Are there free waterfalls near Gearhart?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Gearhart, including Barth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gearhart?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Gearhart, including Fishhawk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gearhart?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gearhart, including Barth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gearhart?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gearhart, including Barth Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gearhart?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Gearhart, including Youngs River Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gearhart?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gearhart is Barth Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gearhart?

The tallest waterfall near Gearhart is Munson Creek Falls at 319 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gearhart?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Gearhart have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gearhart?

The closest waterfall to Gearhart is Youngs River Falls, approximately 7.3 miles away.

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