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

15 waterfalls near Gearhart have live flow data today

Barth Falls Barely Flowing Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Moderate 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 Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Light Rain · 62°F

Thu 62°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Light Rain Best
Fri 60°F Light Rain
Sat 60°F Light Rain
Sun 60°F Light Rain Likely
Mon 60°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 60°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 61°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Gearhart

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Beaver Falls Moderate · 256000 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Barth Falls Barely Flowing · 81 cfs 9th percentile
  3. 3 Fishhawk Falls Barely Flowing · 81 cfs 9th percentile
  4. 4 Gnat Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 81 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Youngs River Falls Barely Flowing · 81 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 University Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 7th percentile

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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

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

Fishhawk Falls

26.7 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

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

North Fork Falls

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

Nehalem Falls

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

Gnat Creek Falls

38.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.4 miles 500 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Gearhart

Youngs River Falls waterfall

Youngs River Falls

31.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Barth Falls

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

Fishhawk Falls

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

North Fork Falls

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

Nehalem Falls

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

Gnat Creek Falls

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

Little Falls

25.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kilchis Falls

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

Wilson Falls

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

Beaver Falls

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

Munson Creek Falls

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

Fern Rock Falls

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

University Falls

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

Willapa Falls

19.5 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fisk Falls

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

Ki-a-Kuts Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gearhart

Are there free waterfalls near Gearhart?

There are 12 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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