Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, OR

3,324 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. 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 44.7171°N, -123.0068°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 44 gauged

1 of 44 waterfalls near Jefferson is flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Barely Flowing Green Peak Falls Barely Flowing Ayers Creek Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Stout Creek Falls Barely Flowing Stasel Falls Barely Flowing Berry Creek Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Painter 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 Barely Flowing Lee Falls Barely Flowing Little Lee Falls Roaring Lower Soda Falls Barely Flowing Moose Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Upper Soda Falls Barely Flowing McNabb Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Low Sullivan Creek Falls Low Willamette Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Partly Sunny · 69°F

Fri 67°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 64°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Partly Sunny Best
Tue 70°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Wed 71°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Thu 71°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Little Lee Falls Roaring · 2 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Willamette Falls Strong · 255 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Pegleg Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Salmon Falls Low · 1220 cfs 21st percentile
  5. 5 Sullivan Creek Falls Low · 1220 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Alsea Falls Low · 1 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson (10 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Jefferson (34 waterfalls)

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

Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

10.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

10.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

32.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

9.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Pegleg Falls waterfall

Pegleg Falls

11.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Echo Falls waterfall

Echo Falls

22 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

23.6 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Haines Falls

34.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Jefferson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson?

The tallest waterfall near Jefferson is Double Falls at 178 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 44 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Lower Shellburg Falls, approximately 21.4 miles away.

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