Waterfall Hikes Near Independence, OR

9,981 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Independence? There are 48 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

47 of 48 gauged

8 of 47 waterfalls near Independence are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny then Patchy Smoke
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 80°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Independence

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chitwood Falls Roaring · 83 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Gunaldo Falls Roaring · 83 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Alsea Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Green Peak Falls Roaring · 1 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1040 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1040 cfs 96th percentile

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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

46 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.1 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Independence (32 waterfalls)

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

Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Drift Creek Falls

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

Lower South Falls

31.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.9 miles 200 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Independence

Berry Creek Falls waterfall

Berry Creek Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

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

Drift Creek Falls

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

Valsetz Falls

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

South Falls

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

Lower South Falls

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

Winter Falls

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

Drake Falls

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

Lower North Falls

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

Middle North Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Double Falls

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

North Falls

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

Upper North Falls

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

Baker Creek Falls

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

Shellburg Falls

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

Lower Shellburg Falls

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

Stasel Falls

30.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Ayers Creek Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Independence

Are there free waterfalls near Independence?

There are 19 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 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Independence, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Independence?

There are 34 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, 47 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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