Waterfall Hikes Near Gilchrist, OR

309 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gilchrist? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gilchrist. 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 43.4770°N, -121.6900°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gilchrist

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 36 gauged

3 of 31 waterfalls near Gilchrist are flowing strongly today

Benham Falls Barely Flowing Dillon Falls Barely Flowing Lava Island Falls Barely Flowing Paulina Creek Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Deschutes River Barely Flowing Tumalo Falls Barely Flowing Chush Falls Low Upper Chush Falls Low Clearwater Falls Barely Flowing Whitehorse Falls Barely Flowing Duwee Falls Barely Flowing Grouse Mountain Falls Moderate Lower Parker Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Moderate Salt Creek Falls Moderate Upper Parker Falls Moderate Smith Falls Moderate Honey Creek Falls Low Indian Hole Falls Low Obsidian Falls Low Lemolo Falls Moderate Linton Falls Strong Proxy Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Little Falls Barely Flowing Steamboat Falls Barely Flowing Muir Creek Falls Barely Flowing Watson Falls Barely Flowing Toketee Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 83°F

Mon 87°F Areas Of Smoke then Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Gilchrist

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rainbow Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Proxy Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Linton Falls Strong · 621 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Smith Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Parker Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Salt Creek Falls Moderate · 562 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gilchrist (9 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.

Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gilchrist (31 waterfalls)

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

Pringle Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

33.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

28.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Gilchrist

Pringle Falls

14 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall River Falls waterfall

Fall River Falls

33.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Diamond Creek Falls waterfall

Diamond Creek Falls

25.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Lillian Falls waterfall

Lillian Falls

28.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Paulina Creek Falls waterfall

Paulina Creek Falls

14.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lemolo Falls waterfall

Lemolo Falls

5.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.4 miles 500 ft
Tumalo Falls waterfall

Tumalo Falls

9.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Upper Chush Falls

19.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
5.5 miles 700 ft

Chush Falls

19.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Clearwater Falls waterfall

Clearwater Falls

48.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Benham Falls waterfall

Benham Falls

37.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dillon Falls waterfall

Dillon Falls

3.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Upper Falls Deschutes River waterfall

Upper Falls Deschutes River

2.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Whitehorse Falls waterfall

Whitehorse Falls

35.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lava Island Falls waterfall

Lava Island Falls

1.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 100 ft
Indian Hole Falls waterfall

Indian Hole Falls

33.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Honey Creek Falls

29.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Obsidian Falls waterfall

Obsidian Falls

43 miles away
Oregon
Hard
12.0 miles 1,800 ft
Watson Falls waterfall

Watson Falls

39.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gilchrist

Are there free waterfalls near Gilchrist?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Gilchrist, including Benham Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gilchrist?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Gilchrist, including Dillon Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gilchrist?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gilchrist, including Benham Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gilchrist?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gilchrist, including Benham Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gilchrist?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Gilchrist, including Steamboat Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gilchrist?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gilchrist is Benham Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gilchrist?

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

Do any waterfalls near Gilchrist require permits?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Gilchrist require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gilchrist?

Yes, 36 waterfalls near Gilchrist have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gilchrist?

The closest waterfall to Gilchrist is Pringle Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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