Waterfall Hikes Near Happy Valley, OR

24,381 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
86 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Happy Valley? There are 86 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Happy Valley. 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 45.4358°N, -122.5081°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

84 of 86 gauged

30 of 84 waterfalls near Happy Valley are flowing strongly today

Ayers Creek Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Roaring Stout Creek Falls Roaring Stasel Falls Roaring Bonnie Falls Strong Jackson Falls Strong Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Roaring Horsetail Falls Roaring Mist Falls Roaring Multnomah Falls Roaring Oneonta Falls Roaring Wiesendanger Falls Roaring Wahkeena Falls Roaring 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 Moderate Middle Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Elowah Falls Roaring Metlako Falls Roaring Moffett Falls Roaring Punch Bowl Falls Roaring Wahe Falls Roaring Wahclella Falls Roaring Tanner Creek Falls Roaring Falls Creek Falls Low Final Falls Moderate Frustration Falls Moderate Hideaway Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Vanishing Falls Moderate Stein Falls Moderate Split Falls Moderate Haines Falls Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Moderate Rodney Falls Moderate Shipherd Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Lucia Falls Roaring Moulton Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Roaring Kalama Falls Roaring Washboard Falls Roaring Lancaster Falls Moderate Punchbowl Falls Moderate Warren Creek Falls Moderate Latourell Falls Moderate Upper Latourell Falls Moderate Little Lee Falls Low Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Pegleg Falls Moderate Ramona Falls Roaring Yocum Falls Roaring Salmon Falls Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Willamette Falls Roaring University Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy · 67°F

Aft 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Tue 67°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 67°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Thu 68°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Happy Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wahclella Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Wahe Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Elowah Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Punch Bowl Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Tanner Creek Falls Roaring · 96 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Willamette Falls Roaring · 278 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Happy Valley (17 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.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

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

Middle Falls

19.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Happy Valley (68 waterfalls)

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

Upper Latourell Falls waterfall

Upper Latourell Falls

36 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft
Latourell Falls waterfall

Latourell Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 620 ft

All 86 Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

11.7 miles away
Washington
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

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

Abiqua Falls

16.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Elowah Falls waterfall

Elowah Falls

2.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.6 miles 280 ft
Hardy Falls waterfall

Hardy Falls

0.1 miles away
Washington
Hard
7.5 miles 2,000 ft
Rodney Falls waterfall

Rodney Falls

24.1 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 850 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

21.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moffett Falls waterfall

Moffett Falls

40.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

21.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Wahe Falls

40.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

11.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

15.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Tanner Creek Falls waterfall

Tanner Creek Falls

20.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower North Falls waterfall

Lower North Falls

34.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Wahclella Falls waterfall

Wahclella Falls

20.4 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 300 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

16.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

15.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Little Lee Falls

24.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Stout Creek Falls

9.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Happy Valley

Are there free waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 40 free waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Happy Valley?

There are 17 easy waterfall hikes near Happy Valley, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Happy Valley?

There are 68 dog-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 68 kid-friendly waterfalls near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Happy Valley?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Happy Valley, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Happy Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near Happy Valley is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Happy Valley?

The tallest waterfall near Happy Valley is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Happy Valley require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Happy Valley require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Happy Valley?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Happy Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Happy Valley?

The closest waterfall to Happy Valley is Willamette Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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