Waterfall Hikes Near Independence, OR

9,981 residents
Los_Angeles Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Independence? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Independence. 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 44.8547°N, -123.1952°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Independence

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 47 gauged

46 waterfalls near Independence have live flow data today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Ayers Creek Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Stout Creek Falls Low Stasel Falls Low Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter Falls Barely Flowing Chitwood Falls Barely Flowing Gunaldo 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 Echo Falls Barely Flowing Euchre Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Valsetz Falls Barely Flowing Fall Creek Falls Barely Flowing Haines Falls Low Lee Falls Low Jackson Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Barely Flowing Martin Falls Barely Flowing Munson Creek Falls Barely Flowing Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Moderate Sullivan Creek Falls Moderate Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Wed 64°F Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 63°F Partly Sunny
Sat 61°F Chance Light Rain
Sun 65°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 71°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 74°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Independence (11 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.

South Falls waterfall

South Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

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

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

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

50 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

All 47 Waterfalls Near Independence

Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

50 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Valsetz Falls waterfall

Valsetz Falls

45.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Falls waterfall

South Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft
Lower South Falls waterfall

Lower South Falls

20.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft
Winter Falls waterfall

Winter Falls

21.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Drake Falls waterfall

Drake Falls

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

Lower North Falls

20.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Middle North Falls waterfall

Middle North Falls

21.2 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 200 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.5 miles 700 ft
Double Falls waterfall

Double Falls

21 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
North Falls waterfall

North Falls

31.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Upper North Falls waterfall

Upper North Falls

4.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

36.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

36.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

36.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

26.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Independence

Are there free waterfalls near Independence?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Independence, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Independence?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Independence, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Independence?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Independence, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Independence?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Independence, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Independence?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Independence, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Independence?

The shortest waterfall hike near Independence is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Independence?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Independence?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near Independence have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Independence?

The closest waterfall to Independence is Berry Creek Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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