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

1 of 46 waterfalls near Independence is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Wed 71°F Partly Sunny

Thu 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny

Ind 82°F Sunny

Sun 83°F Sunny

Mon 83°F Sunny

Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Independence

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

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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.